Snap Swivels Fishing Connectors 26-67mm 8-60kg

For NZ Fishing Rigs, Lures and Traces

These snap swivels are practical fishing connectors for joining line, traces, hooks, lures, sinkers and other terminal tackle. Each swivel combines a barrel swivel with a safety snap, helping reduce line twist while making it easier to change rigs or accessories without retying every time.

Key Features

• Barrel swivel with safety snap for quick rig and lure changes.
• Smooth rotating swivel design helps reduce line twist during fishing.
• Metal material with a nickel finish.
• Suitable for rods, lures, long rigs, traces, sinker rigs and general terminal tackle.
• Available in several sizes so you can match the snap swivel to your fishing style.
• Lightweight connector design helps keep rigs tidy without adding unnecessary bulk.

Specifications

• Material: Metal material.
• Finish: Nickel finish.
• 26mm option: 8kg rating, supplied as a 20 pack.
• 39mm option: 18kg rating, supplied as a 20 pack.
• 42mm option: 22kg rating, supplied as a 20 pack.
• 45mm option: 25kg rating, supplied as a 20 pack.
• 56mm option: 43kg rating, supplied as a 20 pack.
• 67mm option: 60kg rating, supplied as a 10 pack.

Benefits of Using Snap Swivels

1. Faster rig changes: The safety snap lets you change traces, lures or sinker rigs without cutting and retying line every time.
2. Less line twist: The barrel swivel helps the rig rotate more freely, which is useful when fishing with lures, moving baits or current.
3. Better size matching: The range includes light, medium and heavy options, so you can choose a swivel that suits your line, bait size and target species.
4. Useful for NZ fishing: These snap swivels can be used for trout, kahawai, snapper, trevally, gurnard, cod, kingfish and general shore or boat fishing setups when matched correctly to the rig.

Which Snap Swivel Size Should You Choose?

• 26mm 8kg 20 pack: Best for lighter freshwater and estuary fishing, including trout, small kahawai, small snapper, light spinning and lure fishing where a smaller connector is preferred.
• 39mm 18kg 20 pack: A good light to medium option for kahawai, snapper, trevally, gurnard and general bait fishing from wharves, beaches, estuaries and small boats.
• 42mm 22kg 20 pack: A useful all-round size for many NZ shore fishing rigs, including light surfcasting, strayline rigs and medium bait setups.
• 45mm 25kg 20 pack: Suitable for medium surfcasting, heavier bait rigs, snapper, kahawai, trevally and fishing areas with more current or rougher ground.
• 56mm 43kg 20 pack: Better for heavier surfcasting, rock fishing, larger baits, stronger traces and larger species such as bigger snapper, kingfish and heavier reef fish.
• 67mm 60kg 10 pack: The heaviest option in this range, suited to large baits, heavy sinkers, rough ground, rock fishing and stronger boat or land-based setups.

Common Questions

• Q: Are these snap swivels suitable for saltwater fishing?
  A: Yes, they can be used for saltwater fishing, although all metal tackle should be rinsed and dried after use to help maintain condition.
• Q: Which size should I use for snapper fishing?
  A: For many general snapper rigs, the 18kg (39mm), 22kg (42mm) or 25kg (45mm) options are practical choices, depending on your line strength, bait size and fishing location.
• Q: Which size is best for trout or light lure fishing?
  A: The 26mm 8kg option is the smallest and lightest choice in this range, making it the better option for lighter lure and trout setups.
• Q: Should I choose the strongest snap swivel every time?
  A: Not always, because larger swivels add more bulk. Match the swivel to your line strength, target fish, rig weight and the ground you are fishing over.
• Q: Can these be used with sinkers and traces?
  A: Yes, they are commonly used to connect traces, sinker rigs, lures and other fishing accessories.

Summary

These snap swivels are a useful terminal tackle option for NZ anglers who want quick rig changes, reduced line twist and a practical choice of sizes. Choose the smaller 26mm and 39mm options for lighter fishing, the 42mm and 45mm options for general bait and shore fishing, or the 56mm and 67mm options for heavier surfcasting, rock fishing and larger target species.