what is the best wire for snares?

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swami_p

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I have a spool of US military trip wire in my kit for snares and things. I had heard that it was not the best material for snares, and I was wondering if there were any other suggestions for something better.
 
swami_p said:
I have a spool of US military trip wire in my kit for snares and things. I had heard that it was not the best material for snares, and I was wondering if there were any other suggestions for something better.
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I've never tried it personally, but I've heard some kinds of piano wire work quite well. I usually use steel leader, the thinner the better.
 
I carry a roll of stainless picture hanging wire in all my gear and packs. I unravel what I need and burnish it straight. Easily found, used and replaced.
 
..there use to be loops of brass wire sold that was specifically labelled "snare wire".Soft, malleable,& strong enough for good snares.But picture wire is very good as well-and cheap too.
 
I use fishing steel cable with steel sleves...only thing being you need pilers. This allows me to chose breaking stregth of the cable
 
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