Sea-Dog Stainless Steel Splicing Fid with Hardwood Handle, 11 Inch, for 1/2 Inch and Up Line - 562016-1
The Sea-Dog Splicing Fid (562016-1) is a time-tested rope-working tool built for expert splicing on line 1/2 inch and up. Its stainless steel body resists corrosion in the marine environment, while the hardwood handle gives you a comfortable, secure grip during repeated use. The precision tip is shaped to part strands cleanly and guide them through the splice, helping you produce neater braids and better-performing splices with less fighting against the rope.
This is a rugged, durable tool meant to hold up to regular use on the dock or aboard, whether you are splicing dock lines, anchor rodes, or other heavier line. At 11 inches overall, it is sized for larger-diameter rope; Sea-Dog also offers a shorter companion fid (562008-1) sized for 1/8 inch to 1/2 inch line, so pick the one that matches the rope you are working.
Specifications
- Brand: Sea-Dog
- Manufacturer Part Number: 562016-1
- Material: Stainless steel with hardwood handle
- For Line Size: 1/2 inch and up
- Overall Length: 11 inches
- Weight: 0.4 pounds
- UPC: 035514562027
Frequently Asked Questions
What size rope is the Sea-Dog 562016-1 splicing fid designed for? The Sea-Dog 562016-1 splicing fid is designed for line 1/2 inch and up in diameter.
How long is this splicing fid? The Sea-Dog 562016-1 measures 11 inches overall.
What is the splicing fid made of? It is constructed of stainless steel with a hardwood handle for grip and comfort during use.
How much does the Sea-Dog 562016-1 weigh? This splicing fid weighs 0.4 pounds.
What is a splicing fid used for? A splicing fid is used to part and separate rope strands to guide them through a splice, and the Sea-Dog 562016-1 is built specifically for this task on heavier line.
Is there a smaller version for thinner rope? Yes, Sea-Dog also makes the 562008-1 splicing fid, sized for line from 1/8 inch to 1/2 inch, as a separate part for smaller-diameter rope.
Will this fid work on smaller diameter line under 1/2 inch? The 562016-1 is sized for 1/2 inch and up line; for rope thinner than that, the Sea-Dog 562008-1 fid is the correct size.
Does the handle make splicing easier? Yes, the hardwood handle on the 562016-1 is designed for ease of operation, giving a secure grip while working the fid through rope strands.
Is this fid durable enough for regular dock use? The stainless steel construction of the Sea-Dog 562016-1 is built to be rugged and durable for repeated splicing work.
What is the manufacturer part number for this splicing fid? The manufacturer part number is 562016-1, made by Sea-Dog.
Does the fid come as a single tool or with accessories? The Sea-Dog 562016-1 is a single splicing fid tool with a stainless steel body and hardwood handle.
What does the precision tip on this fid do? The precision tip on the 562016-1 is shaped to help produce cleaner splices, neater braids, and improved rope performance.