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    I am looking for an alternative swivel to the cheap crane swivel. Soon I'll be needing to cast up some underspin jigs (roadrunner type). I see some fellows appear to be using a roller swivel. What brand and size to fit a Do IT mold that requires the #12 crane. Thanks

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    Here are the ones I use. I use #10 in my pony head molds for 1/8 and up and #12 for 1/16 and 1/32

    Roller swivels, terminal tackle replacement for ball bearing swivels
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    Like Cray, Roller Swivels it what I get my guy to use on mine!

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    what makes the roller swivels better than the crane swivels? Just curious as I have never used a roller swivel

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    They spin more freely. Almost as good as a ball bearing swivel. Cranes are more prone by design to lock up.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Cray View Post
    They spin more freely. Almost as good as a ball bearing swivel. Cranes are more prone by design to lock up.
    got ya I may have to try some

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