Lead Line Splicing tips?

[Breakin"even]

I"m finally starting to splice lead line to poly for traps, with Covid boredom I can't think of a better time
to learn how. I've watched a couple of videos but none with lead line, the videos used softer rope and no tools.
Should I purchase a fid for this stiff line or is there something in the toolbox that works. Any tips would be appreciated.

 

[Bent-Tip]

A fid is handy for lead line. Only thing for me if the line is used I don't even bother.

 

[Lucky Streak]

bic pen works too

 

[Tom Mac]

Melt the tips of the 3 strands of the rope and make them to a point. Easer to poke back though and dose not unravel. I use a U shaped fid but it can be done with no tools just a little slower.

 

[Breakin"even]

Melt the tips of the 3 strands of the rope and make them to a point. Easer to poke back though and dose not unravel. I use a U shaped fid but it can be done with no tools just a little slower.

The U shape Fid, is that the swedish style fid?

 

[spring time]

Get a vid I’ve done it with a screw driver but a find is way better, just price like any other three strand rope

 

[tubber]

Wrapping electrical tape into a point on each of the 3 strands works well for poking it through the gaps. It's not hard once you've done a few. Practice on some old stuff.

 

[Tom Mac]

The U shape Fid, is that the swedish style fid?

Yes, Sorry should have just called it that! They work very well on 3 strand rope of all types and a must (IMO) if doing a lot, saves your hands and makes it go quick.