Inexpensive Drop-Shot Wts

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[cool][#0000ff]I have been using the hollow core lead rolls for years...1/8" and 1/4". I used to use it for steelhead fishing...either by slipping it up inside a piece of surgical tubing on my line or by running my line through the center and crimping it on like a split shot.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Since then I have used it a lot for "drop shot" rigging...both in open water and through the ice. I precut several pieces of different lengths...inserting a piece of wire to keep from crimping the hole closed during the cutting process. And I always carry a small push pin to reopen any that have been squeezed closed on the end.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I put the line through the lead tube and then crimp it closed on the line. Several crimps will lock it on securely. Fewer crimps will allow some sliding. These little tubes do not snag easily, but if they do...and if they are not crimped too tightly...you can grab the line with your hand, pull steadily and firmly, and the lead will slide off. Then all you have to do is crimp on another piece.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]No swivels, no drilling. Cost per sinker...pennies.[/#0000ff]
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