24 SPINNING-TACKLE : 



observation is equally applicable to every 

 description of tackle. 



First then with regard to swivels, one of 

 the principal elements of coarseness in spin- 

 ning tackle. As commonly arranged, from 

 four to eight swivels form the ordinary and 

 indeed almost necessary complement to 

 each set; and these being distributed at 

 picturesque intervals up and down the trace, 

 make a great show and stir in the water, 

 frighten the fish, weaken the tackle, and 

 cost money. With the lead arranged on 

 my plan, one double swivel like that shown 

 in the engraving, placed immediately below 

 the lead, is ample for every purpose ; indeed, 



a single good swivel, which works freely, will 

 almost always be found sufficient."* The 



* As a general rule, the smaller the swivels the 

 better. 



