I have purchased several pair of split ring pliers and they all seem too big for the smaller split rings. Even if you do happen to get to the split it stretches the ring too much and deforms it. Again that is if you can even get the bulky tool in there. Any recommendations on a pair of GOOD set of split ring pliers for the smaller baits?
Thanks,
Chris
Google "Texas Tackle" split ring pliers. Best I've ever had, and they make them for smaller sizes.
Look for jewelry split ring pliers.
2016 Ranger RT188, Yamaha 115 sho, dual console, 80# Ultrex, hotfoot, networked HB Solix 10 & Helix 9, Mega 360. Powertech NRS3 18p, Atlas 4" jack plate.
^^^this...have bought several "tools" at the local Michaels that have helped out with tackle!!Originally Posted by Pagregss
2012 Stratos 189 VLO/150 Mercury Pro XS/MinnKota Terrova
will do ....thanks
These. The best.
2017 Phoenix 819
2016 200ProXS, s/n 2B359849, Mod 1200P73BD
Yep, bought a pair several years ago, haven't looked back.
Try Zuron
This, though I think it's an X instead of a Z. Absolutely awesome, make changing hooks actually easy! They're better than the Texas Tackle ones, have tried both.
2011 Skeeter ZX225
225 Yamaha HPDI Series 2
Minn Kota Ultrex 112 52"
Console: HDS 16 Carbon
Bow: HDS 12 Carbon, Solix 12 G2, Mega 360, Garmin 106 SV, LVS 34
Does the Xuron preserve the smaller split rings better? Texas Tackle is what I use now but once you get down to the 0 sizes they will open them up permanently.
https://xuron.com/index.php/main/consumer_products/5/48
Says somewhere down to 00, I use them for small oval rings.
They've worked with everything I've tried, never issues with mangling them unless I try to put a ring that's too small on something with too large a diameter (I think a different issue entirely). Honestly don't know sizes, but I've used them a bunch on ice fishing lures which I have to believe are smaller than anything you'd ever use on a bass lure, or even most open water crappie lures. The jaws are better designed than the Texas Tackle ones as well, no finagling to try and line up the split in the ring with the tip of the pliers.
2011 Skeeter ZX225
225 Yamaha HPDI Series 2
Minn Kota Ultrex 112 52"
Console: HDS 16 Carbon
Bow: HDS 12 Carbon, Solix 12 G2, Mega 360, Garmin 106 SV, LVS 34
I took a comfortable pair I had and used my moto dremel to make them work on smaller rings works great.
Thanks guys, I'll check it out!
I use the Xuron's too, better than the Texas Tackle IMO. I use them for the 110. I am curious about the jewelry split ring pliers though, still a little tricky. But, if you know any about 110's changing hooks is not optional. One of the best baits out there, horrible hooks though.
I like my Xurons !
1988 Ranger 364V
150HP Merc Black Max
I hated my Texas tackle ones. Too big in my opinion. I sent em back and now have some cheap Berkeley ones that have a real small tip. Can change em way easier wish these.
Those Xuron pliers look identical to the jewelry pliers I got at Michaels for $6.
2016 Ranger RT188, Yamaha 115 sho, dual console, 80# Ultrex, hotfoot, networked HB Solix 10 & Helix 9, Mega 360. Powertech NRS3 18p, Atlas 4" jack plate.
I also use Xuron with all ultralight crankbait and spoon with no problem.
Texas Tackle for me.
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