swivel considerations

[OldTimer]

(07-03-2013 09:01 AM)alcom Wrote:  I often use a slip sinker, and a swivel makes for a dual-purpose line stop.

Yes - I do the same when going for Channel Cats. (30# Brass swivels). Or in the salt.

Otherwise in freshwater I feel that a swivel just adds unneeded knots that may fail, and a hang up point for weeds and debris.

I may use a SNAP-swivel with big spinners.

But - I note that using a snap swivel on many "plugs" actually destroys the action....... Ponder this - If a snap and/or a swivel improved action - it would be part of the lures as sold.

Cheers,

OldTimer