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[ajaj]

Found this in a central MA lake where most everything is from the 1920s @nd 1930s. The swivels at the ends look newer, but what about the older swivel and 1/4 oz weight? Any thoughts , especially concerning how it’s used? Thanks.

aj

 

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[Fourman110]

Weighted leader.

 

[ajaj]

Weighted leader.

Homemade job using lamp string pull?

aj

 

[rick67]

It's a drail. The snap swivel at the bottom has ball bearings. 1990's or newer.
For trolling and to stop line twist. Not sure what it was used for in fresh. If salt, probably used for Tube and Worm off a kayak.

 

[smokeythecat]

They still sell them around here in the bigger tackle stores. They are made to add in line weight to a line that is cast.

 

[ajaj]

Thank very much for all the information. I shall use it for trolling on the lake!

aj

 

[Tony in SC]

Good luck!!

 

[releventchair]

Beaded keel sinker.
https://www.fishusa.com/Bead-Tackle...MI2snmhIi66wIVEtbACh1NdwZaEAQYASABEgI7l_D_BwE

 

[Charlie P. (NY)]

That's what we call them hereabouts. "Keel Sinker". And as Rick67 said they keep the line from twisting as you troll.

 

[ajaj]

That's what we call them hereabouts. "Keel Sinker". And as Rick67 said they keep the line from twisting as you troll.

Is it OK to use that device and troll with a spinner, such as a Mepps 4?

aj

 

[Charlie P. (NY)]

All I can say is "probably" if you are using a level-wind reel and a couple feet of leader between the sinker and a good swivel (like a Sampo ball-bearing) on the lure. I never troll spinners; and I don't use keel sinkers so I really can't say how they perform first-hand.