Centro Stainless Steel Thimble 200lb Qty 10
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Game fishermen know the heartbreak of losing a trophy catch due to preventable line friction at the loop. Centro Stainless Steel Thimbles provide the essential armour riggers need to protect monofilament and wire leaders from abrasion against hooks, swivels, and shackles. Engineered for New Zealand's saltwater environment, these thimbles are a mandatory inclusion for any serious terminal tackle section, ensuring high-stress connections hold fast during the fight.
Features:- Deep Groove Channel: Secures the line firmly to prevent slippage and chafing under heavy load.
- Polished Stainless Finish: Eliminated burrs and sharp edges that could compromise mono or fluorocarbon integrity.
- Corrosion Resistance: Marine-grade stainless steel withstands prolonged saltwater exposure without rusting.
- Teardrop Flexibility: Open-ended design allows for easy closure with pliers to create a tight, professional loop profile.
Sales Tips:
Benefit: Staff should position this as 'catch insurance.' A bare mono loop directly on a swivel or hook eye will wear through in minutes under the friction of a fighting fish; a thimble absorbs that metal-on-metal abuse completely.
How to Use: Thread the leader through the crimp and around the thimble groove. Before crimping, use pliers to gently squeeze the open ends of the thimble together, creating a teardrop shape that locks the loop tight.
Retailer Value Proposition:
- Authority: Widely used by NZ commercial longliners and sport fishing charters for heavy-duty rigging.
- Velocity: High-turnover consumable; customers rarely buy just one pack during game fishing season.
- Stock Advantage:Centro maintain deep, NZ-based inventory levels ensuring overnight replenishment with few backorder gaps.
Technical Dimensions:
- Material: Marine Grade Stainless Steel
- Profile: Open (U-Style) ready for crimping
- Application: Monofilament, Fluorocarbon, and Wire trace
Technical Range and Variations:
| Model/Size | Specs/Action |
|---|---|
| Standard (Small) | Fits Mono up to 200lb (90kg) |
| Heavy Duty (Large) | Fits Mono 200lb - 400lb (90kg - 180kg) |
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