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SPLIT SHOT [2 records]

Record 1 1993-05-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Hunting and Sport Fishing
DEF

A versatile and convenient form of weight which fits directly onto the line.

CONT

If the split-shot snags, give a strong tug to slide [it] off the dropper, then pinch on new ones.

OBS

The split of the shot is opened with a thumbnail or a knife blade, pushed over the line, and then gently closed to hold the shot in place.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Chasse et pêche sportive
DEF

Petit plomb qui est pincé directement sur le monofilament.

CONT

Dans la pêche au flotteur, les plombs fendus sont utilisés pour maintenir en place le flotteur, pour le lester et pour ajuster la longueur de pointe devant émerger.

Spanish

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Record 2 1976-06-19

English

Subject field(s)
  • Bowling, Billiards and Other Ball Games
  • Social Games

French

Domaine(s)
  • Quilles, billards et autres jeux de boules
  • Jeux de société

Spanish

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