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  1. Jan 22, 2023, 08:38 AM #1
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    That isn`t as strong as a Flemish eye splice or a Molly Hogan as my friend calls it. A swaged fitting would be my choice.
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    That isn`t as strong as a Flemish eye splice or a Molly Hogan as my friend calls it. A swaged fitting would be my choice.
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