The zigzag pattern of the triangularly shaped sutured interfaces on the sides of each plate may be the key in active prevention of predator attacks
The idea would be to weld on a large nut (3/4" for ex) , to the outside center of where the base of the handle meets the reel, and to then use a drill/impact to wind it up at a controlled speed
Times have changed and now, if I need to catch a bass, I know exactly what to tie on - and it's this winning bait from Berkley
In his words they "genuinely don't twist line and are lethal on panfish, bass, trout you name it
Last updated: A new fishing rod can look deceptively simple until you are holding a reel, a loose spool of line, several pieces of tackle, and no clear idea which part goes where