Sporting Saint Field Trial PRO Swivel Slip Lead | 5mm English Braid | 5 Colours

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The Sporting Saint Field Trial PRO Swivel Slip Lead is the one that serious handlers reach for. Light enough to forget it's in your pocket, strong enough to trust in the field, and precise enough for competition work. The swivel below the handle prevents line twist as your dog moves, the spring-loaded stopper clicks to position and stays there, and the stainless rope thimble gives a smooth, friction-free glide every time. Small enough to fold into a jacket pocket — keep several in the bag and never be without one.

Swivel below the handle — prevents line twist as the dog moves; the lead stays clean and manageable
Spring-loaded plastic stopper — moves easily to position, locks in place, stays where you put it
Stainless rope thimble — smooth, friction-free glide for fast on and off
5mm English braid, 1.2m length — light, strong, and comfortable in the hand
Folds small — fits in a jacket pocket, training bag, or glove box; carry several without bulk
Five colours — Red, Orange, Green, Blue, Olive; colour-code your dogs or your sessions

Not designed for dogs that pull. For field trial, working test, and training use. £12.19.

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The Sporting Saint Field Trial PRO Swivel Slip Lead is a lightweight, precision slip lead designed for competition and training use. 5mm English braid, 1.2m length, with a swivel below the handle to prevent line twist, a spring-loaded stopper that locks to position, and a stainless rope thimble for smooth, friction-free glide. Folds small enough for a jacket pocket. Available in Red, Orange, Green, Blue, and Olive. £12.19. Designed and made by Sporting Saint.

Why We Recommend It

Most slip leads are a compromise — either too heavy, too stiff, or with a stopper that creeps out of position at the wrong moment. The Field Trial PRO gets the details right. The swivel below the handle is the feature that handlers notice first — it eliminates the line twist that builds up over a day's work and makes the lead feel tangled and unresponsive. The spring-loaded stopper is genuinely secure; it moves when you want it to and stays put when you don't. And at 5mm English braid it's light enough that you barely notice it in your hand, which matters when you're handling a dog in a competition environment where every distraction counts.

Key Benefits

Swivel below handle — eliminates line twist over a day's work
Spring-loaded stopper — locks to position, stays where you put it
Stainless rope thimble — smooth, friction-free glide for fast on and off
5mm English braid, 1.2m — light, strong, comfortable in the hand
Folds small — pocket-sized; carry several without bulk
Five colours — Red, Orange, Green, Blue, Olive

Bailey Says 🐾

My friends, I have been on the end of many leads in my career and I want to tell you that this one is the good one. It is light. It does not twist. The stopper does not slide down at an inconvenient moment, which I understand has been a problem with lesser leads and which I find undignified for all involved. Craig puts it on in one smooth motion and takes it off in one smooth motion and we both look professional. At a field trial, looking professional matters. I endorse this lead without reservation. 🐾

Perfect For

Field trials and working tests where precision and presentation matter
Training sessions where a lightweight, responsive lead is needed
Handlers who want a lead that folds small enough to carry several at once
Shoot days where a quick on-off lead is essential between drives
Anyone who's had a stopper slip at the wrong moment and wants a reliable alternative

Specifications

Braid: 5mm English braid
Length: 1.2m
Swivel: Below the handle — prevents line twist
Stopper: Spring-loaded plastic — locks to position
Thimble: Stainless rope thimble for smooth glide
Handle: Looped
Colours: Red, Orange, Green, Blue, Olive
Weight: 200–300g depending on colour
Not suitable for dogs that pull
Brand: Sporting Saint
Price: £12.19

How To Use

Form a loop with the collar section and slip over the dog's head, positioning it high on the neck just behind the ears for maximum control and comfort. Slide the spring-loaded stopper to the correct position — snug but not tight, with two fingers fitting comfortably between the collar and the neck. The swivel below the handle will manage any line twist as the dog moves. To remove, slide the stopper down and lift the loop over the dog's head.

Position high on the neck, just behind the ears
Adjust stopper for a snug but comfortable fit — two fingers between collar and neck
The swivel manages line twist automatically — no need to untwist the lead
Folds flat for pocket storage — coil loosely and fold in half
Not for use with dogs that pull — use a training lead for dogs still learning to walk to heel

Care Guide

Rinse with clean water after muddy sessions and hang to dry naturally
Check the swivel for corrosion or stiffness — apply a drop of oil if needed
Inspect the braid for fraying at the stopper and thimble contact points
Check the spring-loaded stopper moves freely and locks correctly before each use
Store coiled loosely in a dry pocket or kit bag — avoid tight coiling which can kink the braid

Professional Insight

The swivel position is the key technical differentiator of this lead. Most slip leads with swivels place them at the collar loop, which only addresses twist at the point of contact with the dog. Placing the swivel below the handle allows the entire lead to rotate freely, which prevents the cumulative line twist that builds up over a day's work and makes the lead progressively harder to manage. The spring-loaded stopper is also a meaningful improvement over the rubber or cord stoppers found on cheaper leads — it maintains its position under tension rather than creeping, which is essential for a lead used in competition where the stopper position directly affects the collar fit and therefore the handler's control.

Training Academy Tip 💡

Gundog Training Academy Tip

The slip lead is a communication tool, not a restraint device. Used correctly, it gives you a direct, immediate line of communication with your dog through the lightest possible contact. Used incorrectly — on a dog that pulls, or with a stopper set too loose — it becomes a source of confusion and discomfort for both dog and handler.

Position matters: the lead should sit high on the neck, just behind the ears, where the dog is most sensitive to light pressure. A lead that sits low on the neck requires significantly more pressure to communicate the same signal — which is why you see handlers constantly adjusting and correcting rather than working with a settled dog.

Colour-code your leads if you run multiple dogs. One colour per dog means you always pick up the right lead in the right size without thinking about it — which matters when you're managing several dogs in a competition environment and your attention needs to be on the dog, not the kit.

Complete Your Setup

Pair with the Sporting Saint Brace Set Slip Lead for days when you're running two dogs. Add the Sporting Saint Folding Spike Tether for a secure hands-free anchor point between runs. Super Everyday keeps your dog in peak condition through the competition season.

FAQs

Why is the swivel below the handle rather than at the collar?

Placing the swivel below the handle allows the entire lead to rotate freely as the dog moves, preventing line twist from building up over a session. A swivel at the collar only addresses twist at one point; a swivel below the handle manages the whole lead.

Is it suitable for dogs that pull?

No — the Field Trial PRO is designed for trained dogs that walk to heel and respond to lead pressure correctly. For dogs still learning or that pull consistently, a training lead with more control is more appropriate. Using a slip lead on a dog that pulls can cause discomfort and is not effective as a training tool.

How many can I carry at once?

The lead folds small enough to fit several in a jacket pocket or training bag. Many handlers carry three or four — one per dog plus a spare — without any meaningful bulk. Colour-coding by dog makes identification instant.

What does the stainless rope thimble do?

The thimble is a small metal insert at the collar loop that reduces friction as the loop tightens and releases. It gives the lead a smooth, consistent glide rather than the grabbing or sticking that can occur with braid-on-braid contact — which matters when you need to slip the lead on or off quickly.