{"title":"Platypus","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlatypus Fishing Lines is a proudly Australian brand with roots stretching back to 1898, making it one of the oldest fishing line manufacturers in the country. Now owned and operated by the family business Tackle Tactics, Platypus continues to pioneer braided and monofilament fishing lines from their Australian braiding plant — delivering trusted quality built for our unique conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt Compleat Angler Nedlands, we stock a solid range of Platypus \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/braid\"\u003ebraided lines\u003c\/a\u003e and leader material to suit every application. Our selection includes the Bionic X9 Braid, Pre-Test Braid in 300yd and 500yd spools, the reliable Platinum Grey monofilament, and the Heavy Duty Hollow Dacron DC-X16 and Hollow Core X16 Braid for wind-on leaders and spliced connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're spooling up for estuary fishing, jigging offshore or rigging game leaders, Platypus lines offer exceptional knot strength, abrasion resistance and Australian-made quality you can rely on. Shop the full Platypus range online or visit us in-store at Nedlands. Free shipping on orders over $150.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eIs Platypus fishing line made in Australia?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eYes, Platypus is a proudly Australian brand that has been manufacturing fishing line locally since 1898. Their braiding plant operates in Australia, producing high-quality braided and monofilament lines designed for Australian fishing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat is Platypus Hollow Core X16 Braid used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003ePlatypus Hollow Core X16 Braid is a 16-carrier hollow braid ideal for creating seamless wind-on leaders and spliced connections. It allows you to thread leader material through the hollow core for knot-free joins that pass smoothly through rod guides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat Platypus braid is best for general fishing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe Platypus Pre-Test Braid is a versatile all-rounder suitable for a wide range of applications, from estuary fishing to offshore jigging. For premium performance, the Bionic X9 Braid offers a round profile, thin diameter and excellent casting distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eDoes Compleat Angler Nedlands stock Platypus mono line?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eYes, we carry the Platypus Platinum Grey monofilament in 300m spools. It's a reliable, well-priced mono line suitable for a variety of fishing applications across both freshwater and saltwater environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Platypus fishing line made in Australia?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes, Platypus is a proudly Australian brand that has been manufacturing fishing line locally since 1898. Their braiding plant operates in Australia, producing high-quality braided and monofilament lines designed for Australian fishing conditions.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is Platypus Hollow Core X16 Braid used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Platypus Hollow Core X16 Braid is a 16-carrier hollow braid ideal for creating seamless wind-on leaders and spliced connections. 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