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AFW · Leader Material
PopularAFW Surflon Nylon-Coated Stainless Leader Wire, 1x7
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Options
- Item weight
- 20 lb
- Product dimensions
- 2.5 x 2.5 x 0.5 inches
Quick take
Stainless steel leader wire with flexible nylon coating that resists corrosion and reduces visibility.
This is a 30-foot spool of nylon-coated 1x7 stainless steel leader wire in black, tied to a 20 lb test. The coating helps the wire blend in underwater while the seven-strand build stays flexible for natural lure movement. It suits anglers going after toothy fish like bluefish, muskie and mackerel.
Best for
- Saltwater fishing for toothy species
- Building custom wire leaders
- Applications requiring extreme durability
Skip if
- You fish freshwater without pike or musky
- You prefer monofilament or fluorocarbon leaders
Strengths
- 1x7 construction is much stronger than older 1x3 wire
- Nylon coating reduces visibility underwater
- Corrosion-resistant construction lasts in saltwater
Trade-offs
- Wire leaders limit lure movement compared to mono
- Requires crimping sleeves and tools to connect
- Saltwater use still results in eventual corrosion of the steel core
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
Specifications
| Type | leader wire |
|---|---|
| Material | Stainless steel 1x7 construction |
| Test weights | 10lb-250lb |
| Lengths | 30ft, 100ft, 300ft, 1000ft |
| Colors | Bright, Black, Camo |
How to choose a color and size
Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 30 Feet, 10 Pound Test, 100 Feet, 10 Pound Test, 300 Feet, 10 Pound Test, 1000 Feet, 10 Pound Test | An all-round test for bass and walleye on medium spinning gear. |
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| 30 Feet, 15 Pound Test, 100 Feet, 15 Pound Test, 300 Feet, 15 Pound Test, 1000 Feet, 15 Pound Test, 30 Feet, 20 Pound Test, 100 Feet, 20 Pound Test, 300 Feet, 20 Pound Test, 1000 Feet, 20 Pound TestThis one | Heavier test for cover, bigger baits and pike. |
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| 30 Feet, 30 Pound Test, 100 Feet, 30 Pound Test, 300 Feet, 30 Pound Test, 1000 Feet, 30 Pound Test, 30 Feet, 40 Pound Test, 300 Feet, 40 Pound Test, 1000 Feet, 40 Pound Test, 30 Feet, 45 Pound Test, 100 Feet, 45 Pound Test, 300 Feet, 45 Pound Test, 1000 Feet, 45 Pound Test, 30 Feet, 60 Pound Test and 22 more | Heavy line for thick cover, big fish and saltwater. |
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Which one should I pick?
| Version | Line test | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AFW Surflon Nylon-Coated Stainless Leader Wire, 1x7 | Line test:20 lb | Color:Black | Suits:— |
| AFW Surflon Nylon-Coated Stainless Leader Wire, 1x7, 30 Feet, 60 lb, Black | Line test:60 lb | Color:Black | Suits:— |
| AFW Surflon Nylon-Coated Stainless Leader Wire, 1x7, 30 Feet, 90 lb, Black | Line test:90 lb | Color:Black | Suits:— |
Facts
| Color | Black |
|---|---|
| Color family | Dark |
| Line test | 20 lb |
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