How well do the scissors work? I'm assuming they're fine for larger line, but what about 4lb diameter braid line?
1126324
I only use mono and fluoro but can tell you the cutting edge is very sharp and serrated so should be able to cut braid.
1126325
Power pro slick 8, 15lbs. They work really well. Do not cut any thing other than braid or they will not work for long.
1126326
They should work fine since they cut 30lb power pro without any problem. Good Luck!
1722798
I Have 100 lb Powerpro braid in it - I troll fro muskie. Works very well. Can't comment on how it handles other lines.
2055172
You can determine this yourself. On the spool will be line capacity's. I.E. 160yds 20lb mono ,140yds 25lb mono, 120yds 30lb mono. Compare diameter of mono to braid and extrapolate. If 50lb braid is same diameter as 30lb mono you have your capacity. Note. All line manufactures will state the diameter of of their line. My question is, why install line that has a much higher breaking point than the resistance of the reels drag? Remember you are fishing , not anchoring the boat!
84425
As with most lines, some are slipprier than others. Braid is one that slips more often. The knots employed can be a key component in the equation. Not knowing which knots you employed makes it difficult. I have used the Palomar , Trilene, Uni knots with a fair amount of success. 8lb. Mono from Trilene which I have used extensively for many years, has not failed at the knot with the knots I have mentioned.
1329671
These cutters are fine for cutting up to about 4mm wire, it's not very fine pointed, good for hobby, I build truck looms and these were inadequate for the job, good grip.
175129
I have two 9/0 Senators loaded with 450 yards of 60 lb. mono, so should be no problem with the braid. Rods are very nice and well made.
1298508
I can't tell you the size of the line. It did not matter. The line that came with mine was so stiff and hard it was virtually impossible to tie a knot, and I know a few knots. I set aside the line and bought another one, much more expensive and great to use. The Weaver weight is good though.
1945616
I don't use it much on jewelry per se, but the wire-wound grips of some of my medieval swords are fine braid, so I would imagine it is similar. I use a Q-Tip for these, and I remove excess with either an old toothbrush, a nylon gun-cleaning brush, or a stiff-bristle artist's #5(I think!) paintbrush. Excess is less of a problem if it's removed while still soft.
1472374
I feel that they would be fine for what you are cutting. I have cut up to 14/12 stranded, but I wouldn't go much larger than that.
1816570
I would say you could string around 8-10 /inch, that depends on the size you want though too. They do work quite well. They are a nice addition to jewelry making.
228089
None - you shouldn't use that heavy of line in this lightweight reel.However, you could do what I do and use a braided line, which is much stronger than monofilament lines for the same diameter. I've got 6lb test Suffix braided line and it has a rated breaking strength of 20lbs, but the diameter of a typical 6lb test line (about the maximum diameter that should be used with this reel). The braided line costs 2-3x what a monofilament line would cost, but I figure it saved me much more than that in lost tackle, as I lost only two lures in a week's solid fishing and they both caught on the backside of heavy logs and frayed on the edge of the log. None - you shouldn't use that heavy of line in this lightweight reel.However, you could do what I do and use a braided line, which is much stronger than monofilament lines for the same diameter. I've got 6lb test Suffix braided line and it has a rated breaking strength of 20lbs, but the diameter of a typical 6lb test line (about the maximum diameter that should be used with this reel). The braided line costs 2-3x what a monofilament line would cost, but I figure it saved me much more than that in lost tackle, as I lost only two lures in a week's solid fishing and they both... » Read More None - you shouldn't use that heavy of line in this lightweight reel.However, you could do what I do and use a braided line, which is much stronger than monofilament lines for the same diameter. I've got 6lb test Suffix braided line and it has a rated breaking strength of 20lbs, but the diameter of a typical 6lb test line (about the maximum diameter that should be used with this reel). The braided line costs 2-3x what a monofilament line would cost, but I figure it saved me much more than that in lost tackle, as I lost only two lures in a week's solid fishing and they both caught on the backside of heavy logs and frayed on the edge of the log. « Show Less
1352506
I would assume scissors are fine as long as they aren't serrated, or pinking shears or the like. I haven't tried scissors so I can't say definitively.
2055171
yes,,, its a great reel for braided line,, just look at the diameter of the line match it with the specs on the reel,, fish on brother,, oh by the way,,, the high speed means,, HIGH SPEED,,
1812540
I prefer larger "round" baitcasters for that task, although this one has a little bit larger spool than many low profile reels, so it is good with 14lb mono or 20lb braid. Although it's not really made for salt, it should be OK if you are meticulous about cleaning it afterwards.
58143
I agree with several of the folks here. I get the 2" x 4" but cut them in half. They're thin, but pretty stiff, you need a good sturdy scissors!
152748
The 808 can hold 80 powerpro braid on zebco's bowfisher and i have loaded it with 50 lb. Braid,probably around 200 yds. It is smaller diameter than 20 lb. Mono so it casts further. Only use powerpro, other brands are bad about burying the line in the spool so u cant cast.
1576468
I just bought a spool of replacement line in the same diameter and cut it in 5" to 6" lengths. I bought regular line but it seems to break off quite easily. Buy the heavy duty stuff and save yourself frequent changes during one trimming session.