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Location: Hayward, WI | I was wondering if anybody has tried these hook removers. It looks like there is a Bass Pro Version and some other one. Looks like they might work well. They have handle lengths up to 14 1/2 inches. Since they were made for saltwater use I'm assuming they would work for bigger hooks.
Here's the link(s) to them.
http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_1...
http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_1...
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Location: Musky Tackle Online, MN | Haven't used that one. But there is a very similar tool out there called the Grabb-It by BP Products (same people that make the 60" floating ruler) as well.
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Location: Michigan | Tried them... Don't waste your money. Nothing beats a good set of needle nose pliers. |
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| I like hook picks, I think I found out about them Jonesi, or Brett Ericson, can't really remember who it was that turned me on to them.
As far as an extended hook remover/plier, first is a pair of 11" needlenose, followed by a baker Hookout. |
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Location: Land of the Musky | IMO use the long needle nose pliars. Cheap at Home Depot so get a few... |
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Location: Hayward, WI | Thanks guys, I think you just saved me some money. I thought these looked like the real deal. Already have a pair of 11 inch pliers, but they are fairly flimsy - can't seem to put much torque to the hooks to get them out. I think all I need is a little stronger, more heavy duty set. I've heard about that hook pick too, and am curious about that also.
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Location: Illinois | I just picked up a hookpick, and this thing rocks. It will be a tremendous asset I can already tell.
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Location: Milwaukee Wi | I TRIED THEM AND NOW THERE AT THE BOTTOM OF PEWAUKEE LAKE IF YOU WANT THEM YOU CAN HAVE THEM!!! |
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Location: WI | Are those hook pics available at any of the musky shows? specifically the Blaine show in MN next month? Price? |
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| I own a tool made by Rapala that is very similar and I've had decent luck with them. I like them because once you close down on the hook, you have it.
I prefer the Rapala tool over my hookout. Just doesn't have near the torque or grip ability.
However, a lot of the time, I have to cut hooks out anyway as more than one will be deeply embedded or will have the fish's jaws shut so I wouldn't say that there's one magic way or tool that handles all scenarios.
Edited by tmag 2/22/2008 1:05 PM
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Location: Verona, WI | I have been looking at that hook pick and have a hard time visualizing how it works.
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| I have been looking at that hook pick and have a hard time visualizing how it works.
the shape and the bend at the tip allows access to hooks from most any angle. with the curve you can either push or pull the hook to pop it free, depending on which direction the hook is facing.
it's particularly good for fish that get a hook in the gills, as you can slide it in from behind the gill plate and pop the hooks out much more quickly without harming the fish. i found it easier to use than the long needle-nose when the hook was all the way inside the fish's mouth rather than hooked on the side or whatnot.
the sign of a good tool - it helps the angler and protects the fish for successful release.
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Location: Musky Tackle Online, MN | Shane,
Lambeau described the Hook Pick pretty well. Jonesi talks about a number of release tools here including the Hook Pick.
http://muskie.outdoorsfirst.com/board/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=40...
Kind of gives you a visual as well.
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| The hook pick is a great tool to have in the boat, pretty much a must if you're fishing double-10s. It isn't needed all that often in my boat, but when it is I'm sure glad it's there. The hook pick really saves a lot of time with a deeply hooked fish. They're cheap too. |
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Location: Home of the 2016 World Series Champion Cubs | I got my hook pick from Tanner Wildes at the Chicago Tri-Esox show. Check out his web site or e-mail him and I'm sure he'll hook you up........or would he un-hook you?????? Yes thats the sign of what is officially a long winter.
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| How about the extractor? How well does that work?
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Location: South Dakota | AWH,
Thanks for that link. That was well worth the view. |
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| Hookpick.com is a great plac to get the Hook Pick. Otherwise they will have a booth at the MN muskie Expo in Blaine. They cost anywhere from 12.99-14.99 depending on where you get them! |
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Location: MPLS, MN | Got mine for like 11$ at Thorne Bros {hook pick} |
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| Hey Guys,
Saw these listed in the 'Products Showcase 2008' of The Next Bite magazine:
http://www.larchy.us/AboutLarchy.htm
Because it also works on trebles, I'm definitely thinking about getting one.
Has anyone tried this yet?
Best,
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| Got the Larchy... sent back the Larchy (ha ha ha)
It's great for smaller fish when a hook is tied directly to the line. Won't work on plugs. |
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