by dahlberg » Wed Mar 06, 2013 8:06 am
that's a good question. The type that is easy to tie consists of more strands per given strength, which is partly why it's more manageable.
BUT, because each strand is thinner, each is also weaker.
Wire does not stretch, so when you bend multiple strands around a corner the ouside fibers carry the whole load.
When casting, jerking, landing fish etc. the wire with the finest fibers begins to deteriorate one fiber at a time so failure can sort of sneak up on you.
That being said, both types work great but when using the soft knotable type you have to keep a very close eye on the metal fibers both where it's knotted, crimped or turns a sharp direction!
My preferred method is twist melting nylon coated wire. Second is crimps, third is knots.
best,
L
Larry Dahlberg
The Hunt For Big Fish