snap swivel

[freakyfish]

whats the diffarence between the round snap swivel and the pointed one.

[3dkicker]

Ones round and the other is pointed.....

(Sorry but I just had to do it. Kind of like when the bait monkey gets a hold of you.)

Round one will allow a bait to swing more - side to side. The pointed one won't.

[Tryinhard]

3d i think you stole the post for the rest of us. lol nice one

[freakyfish]

i almost put that in their[ besides round and pointed ] but i thought that was a given.but thats funny anyway.so the round one would be for crankbaits , spinnerbaits.pointed one for c-rig, drop shot.and so forth.

[3dkicker]

Really most bass fishermen don't use snap swivels. Some use swivels to prevent line twist, floating worm and C-rig, but they don't have snaps. Some topwater baits, like a Chug Bug, come with round snaps and a few crankbaits have round snaps too, I believe Luhr Jensen's Speed Shad does.
I guess if you really dislike tying knots or your vision makes knot tying impossible then you would use snaps for all of your baits.

[Fishnngolfn]

Originally Posted by 3dkicker

I guess if you really dislike tying knots or your vision makes knot tying impossible then you would use snaps for all of your baits.

Or you can just buy new rods and reels for every kind of lure that you use. Make sure to buy by several of the same kind so you can have different line types with the setups. The possibilities are endless.

You can have 4 rods and reels for the 4 different color frogs you use. Then you can have 15 different rod/reel setups for your spinner baits. And don't forget the 23 baitcasters you need for all your crankbait needs.

I would mention plastics but you only really need 2 setups for that - c-rigging and t-rigging.

I wonder when they are going to come out with adjustable hooks so you can quickly go from a 1/0 worm hook to a 4/0 ewg hook.

[bamabassman]

i use them cause it is easier for me to switch baits. and quicker.

[Fishnngolfn]

Originally Posted by bamabassman

i use them cause it is easier for me to switch baits. and quicker.

I know I was just kidding. I was having fun with a former (hopefully) poster with my comments.

[freakyfish]

pretty funny.but sad to.because i do have several rods and reels.the baitmonkey has got me several times.more than i can count.

[BigBassin144]

Beating a dead horse...

Now, back to the subject.

I used to use snaps swivels for one, simple reason: Quickfulness.

After losing three baits in one hour, I said forget it. I use the Improved Clinch knot now, except for braid, and, syure it's a bit faster, but I trust my knot more than any swivel. I do use them with certain baits that twist a lot.

BB

[freakyfish]

thank you for your help.thanks for your reply's.i have been using the black round kind.been working good so far.i was wondering about the pointed one's.they are supost to be stronger and can take more stress.

[bamabassman]

understand..........

[3dkicker]

Talk to the catfish guide Capt. Mike, the Kitty Kat King, and see if he uses any snap swivels with his gear. He pulls in 30's plus all the time.

[BassAddict]

I use a snap on my crankbaits. Have never had an issue with them. Flat out whacked em with cranks last weekend.

[Tryinhard]

the pointed one would come apart easier because the round ones have a little catch on the clasp and the pointed one have a straight shank I have pulled many a pointed swivels apart with a steady straight pull.

[Stinkies Daddy]

Snap swivels are quick butthe Rapala knot is far superior as far as getting the most action out of a crank

[3dkicker]

I was about to mention using a loop knot instead of a snap but it looks as if another corporation has claimed another knot as their own. The Stren knot, the Rapala knot, etc. So as of right now the Palomar knot will be forever known as the Smitties Knot . I officially own the knot, it's mine, mine, all mine (followed by an evil laugh) .

[rangerryan]

ive never used snap swivels because real bass fisherman can tie a knot. lol

[bamabassman]

rangerberry, some of us "real bass fisherman aren't always able to constantly keep tieing knots cause of a medical condition. i have arthuritis in my hands and fingers. and i can't keep tieing knots all day. yes i have 7 rods and reels at all times. but to keep tieing knots will hinder my fishing time. so i use the swivel snaps. easierer on the hands and fingers. and i have been a "bass fisherman" for over 40 years. since i was able to throw an old zebco 33 at age 6.

[BassMaster_17]

I dont like them due to how they mess up bait presentation & add to a unnatural look to the bait, i just use the ole polymer knot on any and all line its quick easy and arguably the best knot in the world. If you like snap swivels and can catch fish with them great and that what fishing all abt finding what works for YOU.

[Abbeysdad]

I think it depends on what yer throwing - I have some spoons and some plastic worm rigs that result in a spin in the water - I can recount a few times when tied that these put an unwanted twist in the line that after several casts and retrieves caused a heck of a mess. A swivel or a snap swivel eliminates any line twist and a small, dark snap swivel would not seem to negate the attraction of the bait.

[Jim80]

the biggest thing with using a snap swivel for crankbaits and other items is to check your knot it is easy to fish it and keep changing baits but some do tend to forget about the knot tied to the swivel , and btw the only time i use one is when i am fishing with my sons it makes it a little easier for me to keep a eye on them and still be able to fish myself

[ILbassman10]

thats a good idea!

[BigBassin144]

I've got something to add. I don't use any snaps that don't lock (anymore)

http://www.jannsnetcraft.com/interlo...duolock-snaps/

On this page, I never use the first one, the second one is alright, but I still hardly use them. The thrid one is my first choice. They don't some unsnapped, and the give the bait a nice action. I use them for crankbaits, and some topwaters.

BB

[Fishnngolfn]

Originally Posted by BigBassin144

I've got something to add. I don't use any snaps that don't lock (anymore)

http://www.jannsnetcraft.com/interlo...duolock-snaps/

On this page, I never use the first one, the second one is alright, but I still hardly use them. The thrid one is my first choice. They don't some unsnapped, and the give the bait a nice action. I use them for crankbaits, and some topwaters.

BB

I agree with the first 2 being somewhat subpar. The only thing about the dual-lock snaps (the 3rd one in the link) is they are so darned hard to get open and closed. I guess that is good when you hook a hawg. You know the snap will not come loose. But the dual-lock snaps are hardly convenient for "quick" bait changing. I have to use needle nose pliers to pinch them open and closed. I imagine that pinching with pliers can also damage the snap. This is the reason I have just learned to tie the appropriate knot to the lures. With a lot of practice and concentration when tying the knot, I waste very little line (approx. 1 to 2 inches) when retying lures.