Collection: Dredge Weights

Fishing weights, also known as sinkers, are objects attached to fishing lines to increase the rate of sinking, anchoring ability, and casting distance.

Fishing weights are commonly made from lead, but can also be found in other materials like steel, tungsten, and brass due to environmental concerns about lead.

Tackle Room Fishing Supply lead is USA based and locally in North & South Carolina. We use a proprietary hardening process on our lead to ensure proper hardness for trolling weights, deep drops, bank sinkers, bass casters, and our duck decoy weights.

The right weight depends on factors like water depth, current strength, and the type of fish you're targeting. Heavier weights are typically used for deep-sea fishing or strong currents, while lighter weights are suitable for shallow waters.

We have depth charts available if you email us or on our product pages for your specific weight.

There are various types, including split shot, egg sinkers, bullet weights, pyramid sinkers, and bank sinkers, each designed for specific fishing conditions and techniques.

Offshore specific weights are deep drops & bank sinkers - great bottom fishing and deeper trolling.

Our Rigged Trolling weights are manufactured in house with high quality stainless steel cable and ball bearing snap swivels with brass crimps.

Weights can be attached using various methods, such as crimping split shot directly onto the line, threading egg sinkers onto the line, or tying specific knots for other types of weights.

Our Tackle Room Fishing Supply Fishing Bridles are a great solution for attaching trolling weights, deep drops, & bank sinkers.

Yes, many anglers make their own weights using molds and materials like lead or non-toxic metals. However, proper safety precautions are essential when handling molten materials.

We encourage people to DIY their own weights OR just buy the weights from us and rig them yourselves. Our Terminal Tackle section is built for the Do It Your Self fisherman.

Store weights in a tackle box or organized container to prevent loss and damage. Rinse them with fresh water after use, especially if used in saltwater, to prevent corrosion.

Many fisherman paint their weights black to deter sharks as well. A good can of black spray paint from your local hardware store is the best way to keep them looking fresh after a few days on the water.