Getting the split ring on little Swedish Pimples.

[Skipper]

First, why can't they just put the dang split ring on at the factory?!!!!!

Second, how do you guys get them put on? I always end up with the ring sailing across the room and getting lost, especially on the little ones...

Can I have some tips? I keep my fingernails very short, and I have fumble fingers to begin with. This is frustrating!

[esox slayer]

First, why can't they just put the dang split ring on at the factory?!!!!!

Second, how do you guys get them put on? I always end up with the ring sailing across the room and getting lost, especially on the little ones...

Can I have some tips? I keep my fingernails very short, and I have fumble fingers to begin with. This is frustrating!

Split ring pliers...3 bucks.

[Skipper]

I have been doing this for how long? That's the first I have ever heard of them. Looks like a fairly common item too....

Thanks!

[littlesturgeonguy]

Split ring pliers...3 bucks.

X2

[fishlessman]

i like the cheap ones best, for some reason these work best for me

http://www.jannsnetcraft.com/split-rings-pliers/032040100006.aspx

[Ranger_bound]

I use eye glass screwdriver to pry the ring open and stick a small tooth pick in there to a) for something to hold and b) keep it open to slide it on the jig.

[Piatu]

i like the cheap ones best, for some reason these work best for me

http://www.jannsnetcraft.com/split-rings-pliers/032040100006.aspx

And costs little more, but still really cheapones:

http://www.focalprice.com/HL364B/QJ004_Tool_Pliers_Scissors_Cutter_Kit_Fishing_Line_Braid_Black.html

I allways order couple of dozens from there and give these gifts to my best customers.

[hardwater68]

have never used one only a quality snap swivel... am I missing something this is my go to jig?

[BS-BARN]

I just wedge the tip of my knife to split it open. Never really had much trouble but don't slip! Even a small knife in the thumb stings a bit...

[Skipper]

I quit doing that when I stabbed myself in the palm with a Mora Knife that was sharp enough to shave with....

[littlesturgeonguy]

I quit doing that when I stabbed myself in the palm with a Mora Knife that was sharp enough to shave with....

Again X2. It is worth the couple bucks to not have a hole in your hand.

[slipperybob]

Use to do the flathead screwdriver or just finger nails to pry the split rings open but have gone to using a splitring plier.

[Skipper]

have never used one only a quality snap swivel... am I missing something this is my go to jig?

That works too, I just prefer a direct tie to a split ring.

[lefty2053]

I use my fingernails. I also get cuts under my fingernails if I do a few in a row. Fast and easy for me.

[kb]

eyeglass screwdriver

[jjc155]

Split ring pliers...3 bucks.

or go to jo ann fabrics etc and in the jewerly making aisle they have em for 1.50.

J-

[kb]

I picked up a really nice one from Michels for $9. I can open 00 sized rings to put flappers on my jigs

[Derik]

Honestly I've used swedish pimples year round and if you use a snap swivel it makes no difference.  At least for myself I've seen no difference in catch rate of fish whether jigging, trolling, or casting.

[stevek]

I never owned a pair of split ring pliers. I've used at least three methods that come to mind. Most frequently I use my pocket knife, I don't keep it real sharp anymore intentionally. The least used and most often blood drawing is to use a large hook or jig, not recommended  . The best way I found to do it was with a pair of locking forceps. I grab just one side in the forceps.

[backwoodswalker]

Have your kids do them for you. I too keep my fingernails cut short as possible. I just sit down when my kids are around and have them put the rings and the "flasher" petals on.   Steve