Anyone used any of their products. What are your thoughts?
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http://www.carpforum.co.uk/Shared/Messages.asp?TopicID=432106
Here's a current one but there is loads on here
http://www.carpforum.co.uk/Shared/Messages.asp?TopicID=432106
Here's a current one but there is loads on here
Use their hooks and more than happy with them.
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been using them for ages had no problem order before 12 o'clock delivered free next day.
been using them for ages had no problem order before 12 o'clock delivered free next day.
Use them all the time for hooks, swivels etc
Fast delivery, good quality and value for money
Fast delivery, good quality and value for money
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Don't try to save a few pence and sacrifice quality
Don't try to save a few pence and sacrifice quality
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Use there swivels, especially the small swivels for different rigs.
Hooks are fine too.
Didn't rate anything else from them thou
Use there swivels, especially the small swivels for different rigs.
Hooks are fine too.
Didn't rate anything else from them thou
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Have used a lot of stuff from them, hooks, swivels, hook link materials etc and never had an issue. Hooks are sharp straight out of the packet and delivery is fast.
Have used a lot of stuff from them, hooks, swivels, hook link materials etc and never had an issue. Hooks are sharp straight out of the packet and delivery is fast.
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Some of it is ok, but on a lot of it the quality isn't great, it's cheap for a reason
I've had some hooks that have been ok, and some that look like they've been forged by a local blacksmith.
For the sake of saving 20pence per hook it really isn't worth it IMO.
Some of it is ok, but on a lot of it the quality isn't great, it's cheap for a reason
I've had some hooks that have been ok, and some that look like they've been forged by a local blacksmith.
For the sake of saving 20pence per hook it really isn't worth it IMO.
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I've not found anything wrong with anything I used from bank tackle, I use mosquito angling now as I prefer their gear and it's mostly cheaper. Never had anything go wrong which I can't say that for some of the big names.
The reason they are so cheap is that they're not greedy and don't sponsor any well known names therefore no carp tax. Have confidence in whatever you use.
Daz
I've not found anything wrong with anything I used from bank tackle, I use mosquito angling now as I prefer their gear and it's mostly cheaper. Never had anything go wrong which I can't say that for some of the big names.
The reason they are so cheap is that they're not greedy and don't sponsor any well known names therefore no carp tax. Have confidence in whatever you use.
Daz
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I don't think that's true.
It's because they sell direct to consumer therefore don't have the trade/wholesale price to consider.
Angling direct will be buying Nash, Korda, Gardner etc hooks for a similar price as Mosquito/Bank tackle sell their hooks to the public.
Unfortunately the Bank/Mosquito business model doesn't allow anything for quality control.
I don't think that's true.
It's because they sell direct to consumer therefore don't have the trade/wholesale price to consider.
Angling direct will be buying Nash, Korda, Gardner etc hooks for a similar price as Mosquito/Bank tackle sell their hooks to the public.
Unfortunately the Bank/Mosquito business model doesn't allow anything for quality control.
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Thats definitely not true,I see what it costs the shop to buy some items in.The mark up on alot of gear is nowhere near as much as people think
Thats definitely not true,I see what it costs the shop to buy some items in.The mark up on alot of gear is nowhere near as much as people think
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Retail typically works on 50% mark up so they will be buying for £3 approx and selling for £4.50 approx. Of course there will be exceptions and it's not a hard and fast rule
The big brands will also have a larger work force, and spend a lot more On marketing. look at the amount of stuff on YouTube from the big brands. That costs a lot of money.
Retail typically works on 50% mark up so they will be buying for £3 approx and selling for £4.50 approx. Of course there will be exceptions and it's not a hard and fast rule
The big brands will also have a larger work force, and spend a lot more On marketing. look at the amount of stuff on YouTube from the big brands. That costs a lot of money.
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On some items that's about right,some items are shocking though how little the shop makes.
On some items that's about right,some items are shocking though how little the shop makes.
I've used Bank Tackle for terminal bits for the last few years and haven't had a single issue with any of it. I get semi stiff hooklink, size 4 chods, bait screws and anti tangle sleeves in bulk. It's cheap and delivery is free and always comes 2 days after ordering.
Recommended from me.
Recommended from me.
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Only problem I have ever had with Terminal tackle from these guys is I find the lead clips discharge the lead too easily.
Only problem I have ever had with Terminal tackle from these guys is I find the lead clips discharge the lead too easily.
Have bought plenty of anti tangle sleeves, swivels, zig stuff, etc from Bank and always very decent quality for the price you pay.
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Used their gear for last few years no issues with any of the quality
Used their gear for last few years no issues with any of the quality
for years I I have used loads of his gear never EVER had a problem with any of it
if you want to believe paying double for the same thing in a fancy packet makes it better quality thats up to you
if you want to believe paying double for the same thing in a fancy packet makes it better quality thats up to you
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Been using the swivels, lead clips for quite a while not a problem
Did have a hook straighten out but I was fishing in dense weed so could happen with any hook. 👍
Been using the swivels, lead clips for quite a while not a problem
Did have a hook straighten out but I was fishing in dense weed so could happen with any hook. 👍
Not so sure it's the same person running this little company as originally, once it got above the VAT threshold it changed hands ?
Used the micro swivels and sleeves for years. .good value gear. No doubt it comes from the same factory as the big name gear does.
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I've been buying from BT for quite a few years now, the service is always excellent and the items are always up to my standard. Some of the hooks get some grief because the points go over, but those saying that fail to mention the ultra sharp, utra thin points, so it's par for the course! Some of the metal ware might not have the same 'finish' as your used to from named manufatcurers but I don't think the fish care too much.
I've been buying from BT for quite a few years now, the service is always excellent and the items are always up to my standard. Some of the hooks get some grief because the points go over, but those saying that fail to mention the ultra sharp, utra thin points, so it's par for the course! Some of the metal ware might not have the same 'finish' as your used to from named manufatcurers but I don't think the fish care too much.
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What pattern of bank hooks have the "ultra sharp ultra thin" points? The curve shank ones I used were far from either of those
What pattern of bank hooks have the "ultra sharp ultra thin" points? The curve shank ones I used were far from either of those
I've used Bank Tackle for my Ronnie swivels and bait screws and they have been perfectly fine and done the job. Always been picky about my hooks and have only used Korda Kaptor hooks and when the Kamakura hooks came out swapped to them with no issues. Was tinkering with a new rig and needed some longshanks so took a gamble on some from Bank in a sale. Was really impressed with them and were super sharp and kept their points for a couple of fish before I changed them. I've now bought some of their wide gapes and again I can't fault them for sharpness and durability. Of course they are not as sharpe as they could be if you are into hand honing your hooks, but the trade off is the durability probably won't be as good. For me they are perfectly suitable straight out of the packet
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It matters to me if the finish on the swivels is so rough they don't swivel. Otherwise I'd just tie a knot. The long shank hooks I bought had neither thin or sharp points. They were rubbish.
It matters to me if the finish on the swivels is so rough they don't swivel. Otherwise I'd just tie a knot. The long shank hooks I bought had neither thin or sharp points. They were rubbish.
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Was that on all of the swivels or one
Was that on all of the swivels or one
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The packet. Take one of their matte finished size 8 QC swivels, hold the eye and swivel under a bit of pressure pulling from each end. They grind together. Do the same with an ESP swivel and it's smooth.
Might have been a bad batch, might not bother some people, but I chucked them out.
I wonder if all the people who moan about line twist also use cheap swivels?
The packet. Take one of their matte finished size 8 QC swivels, hold the eye and swivel under a bit of pressure pulling from each end. They grind together. Do the same with an ESP swivel and it's smooth.
Might have been a bad batch, might not bother some people, but I chucked them out.
I wonder if all the people who moan about line twist also use cheap swivels?
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Could be a link to the line twist,im defo going check mine out but I mainly use their micro hook rings and bait screws but do use the spinner swivels and never noticed any issues
Could be a link to the line twist,im defo going check mine out but I mainly use their micro hook rings and bait screws but do use the spinner swivels and never noticed any issues
I've used a few bits and pieces.
Wide gapes and curve shanks. - No problems with them.
Swivels, Spinner Swivels and QC Ring swivels - No problems.
Tungsten tubing and sinkers - Tubing didn't seem to sink that well and the sinkers were awful (IMO)
Bait Screws, Hook stops and Tail Rubbers - No problem with these. I have used and will still use these.
I do think you get what you pay for though.
I won a load of Thinking Anglers terminal tackle a while ago and you can see the notable difference when it came to the swivels that's for sure.
I think Bank Tackle and other 'cheaper' companies have their place in the market. Can't help thinking they come from the same place though (aliexpress?)
Wide gapes and curve shanks. - No problems with them.
Swivels, Spinner Swivels and QC Ring swivels - No problems.
Tungsten tubing and sinkers - Tubing didn't seem to sink that well and the sinkers were awful (IMO)
Bait Screws, Hook stops and Tail Rubbers - No problem with these. I have used and will still use these.
I do think you get what you pay for though.
I won a load of Thinking Anglers terminal tackle a while ago and you can see the notable difference when it came to the swivels that's for sure.
I think Bank Tackle and other 'cheaper' companies have their place in the market. Can't help thinking they come from the same place though (aliexpress?)
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The longshanks are dreadful.
The longshanks are dreadful.
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What pattern of bank hooks have the "ultra sharp ultra thin" points?
From memory it was the zig hooks, it was a long time ago though, BT may not even use the same supplier anymore.
Certainly wasn't the standard curve shank, I have those too, never had a problem with mine but I can see why you might want to sharpen them,
It matters to me if the finish on the swivels is so rough they don't swivel
Can't say I've had that problem with BT but I have from another Ebay supplier, they went in the bin
What pattern of bank hooks have the "ultra sharp ultra thin" points?
From memory it was the zig hooks, it was a long time ago though, BT may not even use the same supplier anymore.
Certainly wasn't the standard curve shank, I have those too, never had a problem with mine but I can see why you might want to sharpen them,
It matters to me if the finish on the swivels is so rough they don't swivel
Can't say I've had that problem with BT but I have from another Ebay supplier, they went in the bin
It could just be that I'm fussy, but the difference in the price of a pack of swivels or hooks is negligible, so I'd rather have something I'm happy with.
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