I was making up some rigs to replace the 4 I lost a couple weeks ago and thought I would snap a few pics of my current set up. It is not the only rig I use, and the methods are not all my own invention, but more of a gleaning from the successes and failures from my experience and those of others.
Anyway, here we go.
First, tools and materials.
135# Nylon Coated Stainless Cable (24")
1mm Double Sleeve Copper Crimps (4)
3-Way Swivels (tossed the bag, not sure what size) (1)
Hook of Choice (I like 10/0 octopus)
Heat Shrink Tubing (1 1/2" of 3/8" diameter) (2)
80# mono (2 1/2')
Sinker of Choice (1)
Hand Crimper (cup to cup)
Lighter
High Power Reading Glasses
Assembly
First, I tie an offshore loop around the eye of the hook and double crimp it.
Then I slide a section of heat shrink over the knot and the crimps and shrink it down while keeping the hook in my desired position.
Then, this is important, slide the remaining two crimps and heat shrink tubing onto the cable before making another offshore loop around the swivel. Double crimp here as well.
And shrink tube.
To another eye of the swivel, I tie the 80# mono, and attach a sinker. I like the sputnik type.
Ready to fish.
Post up how you make yours, I'd like to see what is working for other folks.