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How can I tell the difference between a BlueSky Furled Leader and a not-so-good, cheap imitation?

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Is the leader made of premium nylon rather than fly tying thread? We will never sell a furled leader made from fly tying thread. Does the leader have up to five tapers expertly woven in? Some others cut corners by weaving only one to two tapers! Our leaders have up to five tapers, depending on leader length. Don't make the mistake of buying cheap furled leaders. Are the leaders available in correct sizes to match the line weight you are using? Or are they a one-size-fits-all leader? BlueSky's 12 different furled leaders are matched to your line weight and fishing conditions. Does the leaders have a metal ring on the tip loop? This is clumsy attempt to protect the tip loop. Why add pointless weight and bulk of iron hardware to a leader whose goal is to be light and delicate? Metal rings also cause "hinging" at the critical leader/tippet connection. This is a real Rube Goldberg idea! Our woven tip loops, with recommended extender attached, perform flawlessly. This is the clincher! Does ...  more
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