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Facikono · Leader Material
PopularSteel Wire Leaders, 125 lb, 19.7 in, 20-Pack
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Options
- Item weight
- 125 pound
- Product dimensions
- 7.3 x 6.4 x 0.6 inches
Quick take
Nylon-wrapped 7-strand steel wire leaders with swivel and snap for saltwater and toothy fish.
Best for
- Pike and musky in freshwater holds and weed beds
- Saltwater bottom fishing for catfish and grouper
- Any fishing targeting sharp-toothed species
Skip if
- You fish finesse presentations; wire leaders spook wary fish
- You need stealth; nylon coating is visible in clear water
Strengths
- Nylon wrap bite-resistant and less visible than bare wire
- Swivel reduces line twist on rotating presentations
- Snap clip quick-changes lures without retying
Trade-offs
- Nylon wrap may fray or peel back after heavy use
- 125 lb test is heavy for finesse trout or panfish
- Wire leaders have kink memory; they won't straighten fully
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Bottom fishing
- Live bait
Specifications
| Type | wire leader |
|---|---|
| Breaking strength | 125 lb |
| Length | 19.7 in |
| Diameter | 1 mm |
| Construction | 7-strand steel, nylon-wrapped |
| Count | 20 |
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Green | A low-visibility tint for clear to stained water. |
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| BlackThis one | Shows less against shadowy bottoms and in stained water. |
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