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Nash Splicing Needle
Nash Splicing Needle
A low-diameter splicing needle made for Nash Cling-On leaders and leadcore. Small, simple and aimed squarely at tidy end tackle.
- Micro-latched splicing needle with a low-diameter design.
- Designed for Nash Cling-On leaders.
- Also intended for Nash Cling-On Leadcore leaders.
- Ergonomic soft-touch handle in a purple-and-black finish.
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the Nash Splicing Needle, model T8805-TP, reference NASH19020615. It’s the purple-and-black, micro-latched version intended for Nash Cling-On and Cling-On Leadcore leaders.
Tackle Index Score
Tackle Index score
A focused, sensible tool for anglers using Nash’s spliceable leader materials. It earns its keep through control and ease rather than loads of extra features.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality8.8/10
- Performance8.8/10
- Impact on Fish Catching7.7/10
- Ease of Use8.8/10
- Value for Money8.3/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Carp anglers using Nash Cling-On leaders. The needle is designed around this style of leader, making it a tidy match for building and repairing end tackle.
- Anglers who like preparing leaders at home. The low-diameter, micro-latched design should make repeated splicing jobs more controlled and less fiddly.
Maybe skip if
- Anglers after one general-purpose rig needle. This is a specialist splicing tool, not a do-everything needle for baits, sleeves and every rig component.
- Anyone using only non-spliceable leaders. If your end tackle doesn’t need splicing, there’s little reason to carry a dedicated tool like this.
The lowdown
Introducing the Nash Splicing Needle
A low-diameter splicing needle made for Nash Cling-On leaders and leadcore. Small, simple and aimed squarely at tidy end tackle.
- Micro-latched splicing needle with a low-diameter design.
- Designed for Nash Cling-On leaders.
- Also intended for Nash Cling-On Leadcore leaders.
- Ergonomic soft-touch handle in a purple-and-black finish.
Quick verdict
A neat little needle for tidy leaders
If you’re tying up Nash Cling-On or Cling-On Leadcore leaders, this is the right sort of tool for the job. The low-diameter shaft and micro-latched tip are designed to get inside the leader material without turning the whole process into a faff.
It’s a specialist bit of kit rather than an all-rounder. For anglers already using those Nash leaders, though, it looks like a sensible, easy-to-handle addition to the tackle box.
A focused, sensible tool for anglers using Nash’s spliceable leader materials. It earns its keep through control and ease rather than loads of extra features.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality
- 8.8/10
- Performance
- 8.8/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 7.7/10
- Ease of Use
- 8.8/10
- Value for Money
- 8.3/10
The micro latch, low-diameter build and soft-touch handle are all useful features for a specialist splicing job.
Its design is closely matched to pulling Nash Cling-On leader material through cleanly and securely.
It won’t catch fish by itself, but neater, reliable leaders help keep your end tackle working as intended.
The dedicated tip and comfortable handle should make a fiddly splice more straightforward.
It looks good value for Nash leader users, though it’s harder to justify if you rarely or never splice leaders.
Head to head
How it stacks up
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Nash Splicing Needle
There are some bits of tackle you buy because they look clever. Then there are the bits you buy because they stop a simple job becoming a right pain. The Nash Splicing Needle is firmly in the second camp, mate. It’s a small, specialist tool for making neat splices in Nash Cling-On leaders and Cling-On Leadcore leaders.
If you’ve ever tried to splice leader material with a needle that’s too fat, you’ll know the score. The material can bunch up, the entry point gets messy and the whole job starts feeling more like surgery than tackle prep. This Nash model uses a low-diameter design to keep things a bit more controlled.
The tip is micro-latched, which is the important bit when you’re drawing leader material through itself. A latch gives the material something to sit against, helping keep it attached during the pull-through. That’s a much tidier arrangement than trying to trap the material on an awkward open hook or a blunt needle.
It’s designed specifically around the Nash Cling-On family, rather than being sold as a universal needle for every material under the sun. That focus is a positive if those leaders are already part of your end tackle. You’re getting a tool aimed at the job you actually need it to do, instead of another vaguely suitable bit of metal in the box.
The handle is ergonomic and soft-touch, with Nash’s purple-and-black finish. That might sound like a small detail, but handle comfort matters when you’re preparing a batch of leaders at home. Splicing takes concentration, and a handle that’s easier to grip means less slipping and less faff when you’re working close to the point of the needle.
On the bank, it should earn its keep when a leader gets damaged, catches on a snag or needs replacing before the rods are back out. Rather than binning the whole setup or wrestling with a makeshift solution, you can carry the right little tool and sort the job properly. Keep it in a slim tackle pouch so it doesn’t disappear among your swivels and beads.
It also makes sense for anglers who like getting leaders ready before a session. Tie a few up at home, check the splices under decent light and store them ready for a quick change on the bank. That’s especially handy when the weather turns, the light fades and you’re more interested in getting a rod back on the spot than doing fiddly tackle work.
There are limits, of course. This isn’t a general-purpose rig needle, and its usefulness drops sharply if you don’t use spliceable Nash leader materials. It won’t replace your baiting needle, your fine rig needle or any other tool you use for standard carp rigs. It has one main job, and it sticks to it.
The other thing to bear in mind is that no size or weight is specified here. That’s not a deal-breaker for a tool like this, but it does mean you’re choosing it for its intended Nash compatibility rather than comparing measurements with half a dozen alternatives. Used with the right leader, the design makes proper sense.
So, is it worth having? If Cling-On leaders or Cling-On Leadcore are part of your fishing, yes, it looks like a bob-on specialist tool. It’s compact, purpose-built and aimed at making splicing cleaner. If your rigs don’t involve leader splicing, save the quid and fill the pouch with something you’ll use every bite-time.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Product type
- Micro-latched splicing needle
- Designed for
- Nash Cling-On leaders and Cling-On Leadcore leaders
- Design
- Low-diameter needle with ergonomic soft-touch handle
- Finish
- Purple-and-black
- Model
- T8805-TP
- Reference
- NASH19020615
Specs checked with Nash, Oct 2026.
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Our take
Why this little needle matters
Splicing is all about control. A needle that’s too chunky can damage or distort the leader, while a poor latch can let the material slip just when you’re trying to pull it through. The Nash Splicing Needle is built around avoiding those headaches.
The soft-touch handle should also make those fiddly jobs more comfortable, especially when you’re tying several leaders before a session or redoing a damaged section on the bank. It’s not flashy kit, mate, but the right needle can make neat end tackle much easier to produce.
A specialist tool with one clear job
Closer look
The Nash Splicing Needle uses a low-diameter shaft and micro-latched tip for splicing Nash Cling-On leaders and Cling-On Leadcore leaders. The idea is simple: get into the leader material, hold it securely, then pull it through without creating an oversized or scruffy entry point.
The ergonomic soft-touch handle gives you a more secure grip while you’re doing that fiddly work. Its purple-and-black finish is unmistakably Nash, and the compact specialist design should sit neatly in a tackle pouch alongside your other end-tackle tools.
Worth knowing. This is a splicing needle, not a universal rig needle. Its main appeal comes when you’re using the Nash leader materials it was designed for. If your fishing doesn’t involve splicing, it may spend most of the season hiding in the box.
Best matched to prepared carp tackle
Who it suits
It’s a strong fit for carp anglers who use Cling-On leaders and like preparing end tackle properly before heading out. Splice a few leaders at home, keep them ready and you’ll spend less time faffing when a snag or a rough take wrecks the business end.
It also suits anglers who want a dedicated tool rather than improvising with a standard needle. A micro latch and low-diameter design are useful features when neatness matters, particularly around leader loops and connections that need to pass cleanly.
Worth knowing. Keep the needle protected in your tackle pouch. Like any fine-point tool, it’ll be much more useful when the tip stays straight, clean and free from damage.
The quick answers before you buy
FAQs in full
Its stated purpose is Nash Cling-On leaders and Cling-On Leadcore leaders. It may physically work with similar materials, but its clear match is the Nash range, so that’s where its appeal is strongest.
You can carry it alongside your normal rig tools, but it’s not intended to replace a baiting needle or a general-purpose rig needle. Think splice specialist rather than tackle-box Swiss Army knife.
Yes, particularly if you carry spare leader sections or like repairing tackle properly after a snag. It’s also handy for anglers who prepare leaders at home and want a dedicated tool ready for any last-minute changes.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Low-diameter design suits delicate splicing work.
- Micro latch is made to hold leader material during the pull-through.
- Soft-touch handle should be comfortable for repeated tying.
- Purpose-built for Nash Cling-On and Cling-On Leadcore leaders.
Worth knowing
- It’s a specialist tool, so it won’t replace a standard baiting or rig needle.
- No size or weight information is specified, which makes it harder to compare before buying.
- Its strongest appeal is for anglers using compatible Nash leader materials.
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Your questions answered
What anglers want to know
The stuff you’d ask your mate on the next peg. Straight answers, no waffle.
01What is the Nash Splicing Needle used for?
What is the Nash Splicing Needle used for?
It’s designed for splicing Nash Cling-On leaders and Cling-On Leadcore leaders. The low-diameter needle and micro latch are intended to help pull the leader material through during the splice.
02Does it work with Nash Cling-On Leadcore?
Does it work with Nash Cling-On Leadcore?
Yes. Nash lists the needle for both Cling-On leaders and Cling-On Leadcore leaders, so it’s suited to preparing those leader systems.
03Is this a general-purpose carp rig needle?
Is this a general-purpose carp rig needle?
Not really. You could keep it in a wider tool kit, but its main job is splicing. For baiting and other rig work, a dedicated bait or rig needle may be more suitable.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: a neat little needle for tidy leaders. The strongest reasons to choose it are low-diameter design suits delicate splicing work. and micro latch is made to hold leader material during the pull-through.; the main trade-off is it’s a specialist tool, so it won’t replace a standard baiting or rig needle..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Low-diameter design suits delicate splicing work.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Carp anglers using Nash Cling-On leaders: The needle is designed around this style of leader, making it a tidy match for building and repairing end tackle.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “It’s a specialist tool, so it won’t replace a standard baiting or rig needle.”
Tackle Index’s take from the product details and fishing fit we checked. We haven’t found enough independent public feedback to call this an angler consensus yet.
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