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I know there is a thread on dangerous leads running on the casting forum, but these leads deffinately don't come under that section.
I've just been sorting out some gear for bass/flattie fishing. I've picked up one of my leads (a carp lead bought from a tackle shop in Bridlington) and the swivel has come away in my hand:
Thanks God that I didn't try casting with it. The swivels are seriously sub standard.
I've now removed all of the swivels after a quick strength test with a pair of pliers. A further 2 came away far too easily!
I've just been sorting out some gear for bass/flattie fishing. I've picked up one of my leads (a carp lead bought from a tackle shop in Bridlington) and the swivel has come away in my hand:

Thanks God that I didn't try casting with it. The swivels are seriously sub standard.
I've now removed all of the swivels after a quick strength test with a pair of pliers. A further 2 came away far too easily!