Gerrys Heavy Duty 12mm Dongle rings

Was RRP £2.49

£1.99

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SKU – GHD12MMDR

Product Details and Uses

Key Product Features and Benefits:

Feature	Specification & Benefit
Heavy-Duty Construction	Crafted from Stainless Steel for maximum durability and corrosion resistance against the harsh saltwater environment. The heavy-duty nature ensures they won’t straighten or fail under the pressure of a powerful cast or a big fish fight.
Specific Diameter	12mm size is considered the heavy-duty option, perfect for use with thick monofilament or braid (Dongle Braid) when constructing the rig’s bait-holding loop.
Dongle Rig Necessity	These rings form the core mechanism of the Dongle Rig. A length of line (the “dongle”) is tied to the ring and the ring then slides freely up and down the main hook’s shank.
Bait Presentation	Crucial for the rig’s function. The ring allows the angler to securely attach and hair-rig a large bait (like a whole squid, crab, or fish section) to the shank of a single hook (usually a large Circle Hook).
Casting Efficiency	By containing the bait neatly, the ring helps create a more aerodynamic, streamlined bait package that can be clipped down behind the lead weight, allowing for maximum casting distance without the bait ‘flying’ off.
Improved Hooking	Essential for the rig’s effectiveness, especially with Circle Hooks. The presentation ensures the hook point is fully exposed, promoting clean lip-hooking and significantly reducing deep or gut-hooking.
Quantity	Typically supplied in a convenient pack of 20 rings, providing enough components for numerous rig builds.