Is there anything wrong with using 550 parachute cord for wishbones?
It knots well, has a multi stand core that will stretch a finite amount, drys quickly, is not susceptible to mold or fungus, is available in many colors plus I have a grip of it.
Is there anything wrong with using 550 parachute cord for wishbones?
It knots well, has a multi stand core that will stretch a finite amount, drys quickly, is not susceptible to mold or fungus, is available in many colors plus I have a grip of it.
Since you mentioned knots I'm assuming you're not going to be using plastic or metal wishbones which would require a smaller diameter line, as would euro shafts with notches. Other than that abrasion resistance is the main factor. You can make any wishbone line last longer by having smooth tabs on the shaft and not sawing on them ie. repositioning/centering the wishbone on the tab. There is no advantage I can think of to the thicker line, so I use the Speardier wishbone system for all spearguns, with notched or tabbed shafts. This 1.8mm Spectra wishbone line is very smooth, rigid, and abrasion resistant.
I think most 550 cord is a bit thick (4mm) for use as wishbones.
I have used it for many years. No issues.
I have used it for many years. No issues.
Have you found any issue with premature ware? I've polished my fins up to 1500grit so there shouldn't be any sharp edges.
Would work for sharkfins and pins, but for wishbones...spectra will last way longer, and for the amount of line used, it wont cost too much.
Have you found any issue with premature ware? I've polished my fins up to 1500grit so there shouldn't be any sharp edges.
No issues. They outlast the latex bands and I generally reuse them in the new bands.
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