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AFW 8.5" Cable and Wire Crimper

AFW 8.5" Cable and Wire Crimper

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AFW 8.5" Cable and Wire Crimper

The AFW 8.5" Cable and Wire Crimper handles standard oval crimp sleeves on wire and mono leaders. Hardened steel jaws deliver clean, consistent crimps without crushing or deforming the sleeve. Compound leverage reduces the grip force needed, making one-hand crimping practical even on larger sleeves. The 8.5" handle length provides enough leverage for heavy leader work while remaining compact for tackle bag storage. $17.99.
  • Hardened steel jaws for clean crimps
  • Compound leverage for easy one-hand operation
  • Works with standard oval crimp sleeves
  • 8.5" handle length
  • $17.99

Read our crimping guide for step-by-step instructions

The Right Tool for Clean Crimps

Pliers can crush sleeves. Generic crimpers can slip and deform them. The AFW Cable and Wire Crimper uses hardened steel jaws machined specifically for oval crimp sleeves. The result is a clean, round crimp that holds full strength without damaging the leader material inside.

Compound leverage is the practical feature. Crimping heavy sleeves on 300lb+ leader material takes real force. The compound mechanism multiplies your grip strength, so you get full compression without fighting the tool. At $17.99, this is the entry point for proper crimping without the cost of a professional-grade crimper.

Hardened Steel Jaws

The jaws are hardened steel machined for oval crimp sleeves. They compress the sleeve evenly around the leader material without crushing it flat. A properly formed crimp holds the rated strength of the sleeve.

Compound Leverage

The compound mechanism multiplies grip force so you can fully compress crimp sleeves with one hand. This matters on heavier sleeves where standard pliers require excessive force and often produce inconsistent crimps.

Versatile Sleeve Compatibility

Works with standard oval crimp sleeves from most manufacturers including AFW, Billfisher, Grand Slam, and Hi-Seas. The jaw profile accommodates a range of sleeve sizes for both wire and monofilament leader work.

How to Crimp with the AFW Cable and Wire Crimper

1. Select the correct sleeve size for your leader material

2. Thread the leader through the sleeve, form your loop, and thread back through

3. Position the sleeve in the crimper jaws

4. Squeeze firmly until the compound mechanism locks the crimp

5. Inspect the crimp: it should be oval, not flat or cracked

6. Test by pulling firmly on both ends of the leader

Specs & Common Questions

Everything you need to know before you buy

Full Specifications +
Brand AFW
Type Cable and Wire Crimper
Length 8.5"
Jaws Hardened Steel
Mechanism Compound Leverage
Price $17.99
What sleeves does this work with? +
Standard oval crimp sleeves from AFW, Billfisher, Grand Slam, Hi-Seas, and other manufacturers. The jaw profile handles a range of sizes. Our crimping guide covers sleeve selection.
Wire and mono? +
Yes. Works for crimping sleeves on both wire cable leaders and heavy monofilament leaders. The hardened jaws handle the force needed for either material. Our leader guide covers material selection.
How does this compare to the Diamond Crimper? +
The AFW at $17.99 is the budget option with compound leverage. The Diamond Crimper at $46.99 offers a more refined jaw and higher durability for frequent use. Both produce clean crimps on standard sleeves.
Can I crimp double sleeves? +
Yes. Position each sleeve individually in the jaws and crimp one at a time. Our crimping guide covers double-crimp technique.
Is this enough for heavy offshore leaders? +
It handles standard oval sleeves up to the larger sizes used on heavy leaders. For professional-volume crimping on the heaviest leaders (500lb+), consider the Diamond CH18 Heavy Duty Crimper.
One-hand operation? +
Yes. The compound leverage mechanism lets you fully compress sleeves with one hand. This is important when rigging leaders where one hand holds the loop and leader alignment while the other operates the crimper. Our crimping guide covers technique.