What To Look For
A good pair of fishing pliers can last a lifetime and provide a useful fishing tool for unhooking the fish, cutting fishing line or adjusting hooks, bait and lures. Some fishing pliers are made with comfortable ergonomic grips, built-in line cutters, hand lanyards and warranties. Some fishing pliers are made from metals that will not rust, which allows the saltwater fisherman to keep his pliers longer.
Common Pitfalls
Many fishing pliers include sheathes to help protect the tools. To help your fishing pliers last longer, purchase a pair with a sheath or buy a sheath separately to help protect the pliers from saltwater corrosion and other elements. Look for a pair of pliers with a built-in line cutter, which can provide less hassle if you can't unhook the fish.
Where To Buy
A sturdy pair of fishing pliers can be purchased at sporting goods stores, such as Dick's Sporting Goods and Cabela's, the manufacture's website or bait and tackle shops. Many discount fishing equipment and fishing websites also include fishing pliers in their inventories, such as Bass Pro Shop. Websites that have variety in their inventory, such as Amazon.com, are also good places to look. The novice might want to consider a physical store, where employees are knowledgeable about fishing and fishing equipment.
Cost
Fishing pliers can be made from titanium, stainless steel or aluminum. Depending on the grade of the metal, which is what allows the pliers to be considered rust-free, prices will vary. Fishing pliers can be purchased from prices between $10 and $360 per pair. They are also available in sets with items such as a fillet knife, which may be a more cost-effective purchase.
Accessories
Digital scales allow a fisherman to weigh his catch to the nearest ounce, up to 50 pounds. They are available at sporting goods stores and fishing websites. A fillet knife is a necessary fishing accessory for any angler who hooks a keeper.
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