Berkley · Leader Material
Berkley Steelon Wire-Wound Leaders, 18 in, 45 lb, 3-Pack, Bright
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- Item weight
- 45lb
- Product dimensions
- 4.06 x 2.83 x 0.24 inches
Quick take
Pre-made wire leaders with hand-wound construction, a McMahon swivel and cross-lok snap for quick rigging.
This bright Berkley Steelon wire-wound leader is 18 inches long with a 45 lb line test, a fit for anglers who want a wire section ahead of a lure. It is hand-wound and ends in a McMahon swivel and a cross-lok snap, so it attaches quickly to a main line. Pick this version when the toothy fish in your water call for a heavier strand.
Best for
- Saltwater trolling for pike and striped bass
- Quick leader changes between lures without tying knots
- Anglers who want to avoid hand-winding wire leaders
Skip if
- You prefer custom-length leaders tied to your specifications
- You fish freshwater where wire leaders are rarely needed
Strengths
- Hand-wound construction runs true through the water and does not gather weeds
- Cross-lok snap is strong and opens easily without tools for quick lure changes
- McMahon swivel allows the leader to rotate if the lure spins
Trade-offs
- Hand-wound leaders are more visible than single-strand wire in clear water
- 18-inch length is fixed and cannot be adjusted shorter for different setups
- Bright color may spook cautious fish in clear shallow water
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Trolling
- Casting
- Jigging
Specifications
| Type | pre-made wire leader |
|---|---|
| Count | 3 leaders per pack |
| Length | 18 in |
| Test | 45 lb |
| Color | Bright |
Which one should I pick?
| Version | Line test | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkley Steelon Wire-Wound Leaders, 18 in, 45 lb, 3-Pack, Bright | Line test:45 lb | Color:Bright | Suits:— |
| Berkley Steelon Wire-Wound Leaders, 9 in, 20 lb, 3-Pack, Bright | Line test:— | Color:Bright | Suits:— |
Facts
| Line test | 45 lb |
|---|
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