The only splicing tool in the world to cover all splicing functions on a vessel is provided by Selma as through its set of fids (needles) made from highpolished stainless steel.
Made with safety on board in mind, this patented sot of five fids will handle yacht line and hollow braided lines from 3.5 to 14 mm diameter as well as threestranded twine or rope up to 28 mm diameter.
Selma Fids (Needle) are made from highly polished stainless steel. This is a Norwegian product and patented world wide. Selma Fids (Needle) are on offer in sets of five. The set is covering the following lines and ropes: Hollow braided lines – 3.5 mm (1/8 in.) dia. For heavy ropes there is a large Fid made in nicol plated brass. This can bi used on det following ropes: Hollow braided lines up 20 mm (3/4 in.) Double braid line (Samson) up to 32 mm (I 1/4 in.). Three stranded ropes up to 36 mm (1 1/2 in.).