How to make the Wessex Rig - Sea Fishing Rigs

The Wessex rig, aka the 1 up 1 down rig. This is probably one of the most versatile rigs you can use. Its easy to make and you can catch almost anything on it. I have had, rays, red mullet, plaice and pollack, to name a few on this rig. A great all rounder that should be a staple in any fingers tackle box!

[@pakde8002]

Don't get out fishing as much as I used to but still enjoy making up various fishing rigs. I figure the grandkids will use em some day.

[@TheRealGrandadNo1]

Great video, so helpful to an old chap like me who is just getting back into fishing after 25 years. So much has changed since I last cast out and this video was concise, informative, easy to follow and an inspiration! Thank you so much for taking the time to post.

[@purpleturkey1792]

Spot on John .... Probably use the wessex rig for 80% of my fishing. You and your family Stay safe mate ... cheers

[@user-rd1xu4vc8d]

Good information john

[@scottym6828]

Great rig i used this on new yrs eve had a great night fishing so many whiting on this rig.thanks john love all the vids

[@markfahey3921]

Thanks so much for this video John, I've never used the Wessex rig before, but I'm going to make up half a dozen of them tomorrow for the rig wallet and also a few hook lengths. Your instructional videos are so helpful.

[@jameshines4012]

Cheers John always a pleasure watching and thanks for the tip using this rig up in newcastle. It works a treat.

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

No problem 👍

[@casaanimalia7809]

Great video, got to say though he's right about finding rubbish at the mark, I spent longer the other day cleaning up rubbish than fishing

[@fatfishchaser3803]

My favourite rig but I’ve adapted it slightly so I can now use it on the boat

[@johnllewellyn5117]

Made some yesterday and going to give it a go tonight. Fingers crossed.

[@chriskennard5920]

Nice vid John and very informative. However, (and i may have missed this somewhere along the line - pun intended) could you please give some thought to preparing a video to explain the differences in the types of hooks you use, ie chinu specimens and aberdeens, circle hooks or whatever. I kinda get it all when you mention them but never sure I'm taking it all and understanding the reasons why each is better in each circumstance. It'd really cool to see them all laid out on the workshop bench and to see/hear you go through them all to explain where and why you'd use them. Something to keep you busy in 'lockdown'?

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

- Thanks for the feedback Chris but that video would be never ending. Instead I explain each type of hook as I use it - and give the reasons why. That way its more relevant to the situation.

[@fester.]

dont how old this rig is but i was using it 45 years ago using float stops at the top,great vid by the way im from glasson dock bet you have never heard of that place

[@bajacobs3165]

Brilliant. About to order all the kit and use this time to learn, practice and build these rigs so I'm ready to fish as soon as lockdown is over. Are you sponsored by any brands/shops that I can support? I've heard you mention Cox and Rawle in other videos so will order some. Also, what size hooks were the ones you used in this video?

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

- We aren't sponsored or affiliated with anyone, we simply share what we use and respect/have faith in.

[@SeaFishingOnly]

Top man making some right now😉🎣

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

- Good man. ;)

[@joshdoble4575]

Great video John, very helpful. Quick question about the bead/barrel swivel combo for the top hook. Could you use a 3 way barrel swivel instead or does it risk tangling more? Thanks.

[@garethroberts7618]

I will definately be trying this. Did you get around to making a video of the Fg knot mate and the easiest way to tie.

[@leonpellow6250]

John on the one up part could you use a small snap swivel instead of a barrel so you can have interchangeable hook lengths? 🎣

[@rickjanicki3705]

You've sorted your beads into different colours? You should talk to someone about your ocd!😂 Great vid mate.

[@mananddog9884]

Thanks! Do you use size 4 or 4/0? 4 seem like tiny hooks but then I guess your only using small baits?

[@peterc1927]

Hi John do you recommend the rig body to be about 2ft long?

[@malcarrad6776]

How difficult is it to cast that rig Do you use a splashdown

[@n6yun]

Could you please add diagrams of the leader rig it's hard to see it on camera