01FISHING TACKLE
Soft lead for precise hook weighting
A spool of fine lead wire sits quietly on the workbench, ready to transform a bare hook into a weighted tool. Its slender profile fits neatly into a tackle box, waiting for the next session by the water's edge.
This 1mm gauge offers a practical middle ground for anglers tying flies or using soft plastics. It provides enough mass to sink a lure without overwhelming the presentation, making it suitable for both novice and seasoned hands.


02MATERIALS
Malleable lead in a one millimetre gauge
The wire is crafted from lead, chosen for its density and pliability. At one millimetre in diameter, it strikes a balance between strength and flexibility, allowing it to bend around the hook shank without snapping or kinking under light pressure.
IN USE
Wrapping weight directly onto the hook
Cutting the wire to length and coiling it around the shank is a straightforward process. The softness of the material means it conforms to the curve of the hook, securing the weight close to the point where lift and drag are most critical.
SPECS
Four metres of twelve point five gram density
Each package contains four metres of this specific gauge, equating to a linear weight of 12.5 grams per metre. This specification helps anglers calculate the exact amount of ballast needed for their target depth or current conditions.
VERSATILITY
Beyond the fishing rod and reel
While primarily designed for angling, this lead wire serves other creative purposes. Hobbyists use it as ballast in model cars or as weights for buoyancy projects, appreciating the ease with which it can be shaped and secured in various applications.
AT A GLANCE
The key points
- 1mm diameter with a total length of four metres
- Weighs 12.5 grams per metre for balanced casting
- Soft texture allows easy wrapping around the shank
- Suitable for flies, soft plastics and model ballast
Highlights Summary
Swimerz Lead Rigging Wire offers a straightforward solution for adding weight directly to hooks, ideal for tying flies or fishing with soft plastic lures.
Simply cut to the desired length and wrap around your hook shank for effortless rigging.
Detailed Features Benefits
- Traditional and effective way to add weight to fishing flies using lead wire.
- Soft and easy to wrap, making it user-friendly for both beginners and experienced anglers.
- Versatile applications including use as lead ballast in model cars, other hobbies, and in lead buoy weights.
Technical Specifications
- Available diameters
- 0.5mm, 1mm, 2mm
- 2mm
- 2m length, 35.6g per metre
- 1mm
- 4m length, 12.5g per metre
- 5mm
- 5m length, 7g per metre










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