A secondary benefit of the fishing swivel is that it may function as a stopper for sliding sinkers, which depending on fishing method may be placed before or after the swivel. Three-way swivels provide an additional ring that serves as a point of connection for side-branching line segments, which are essential for certain line and hook setups.
A secondary benefit of using a fishing swivel is that it can also function as a stopper for sliding sinkers, depending on the fishing method. Three-way swivels offer an additional feature by providing a connection point for side-branching line segments, which are necessary for specific tackle setups.