Quality Fishing Pliers

[KDoug]

Hi, I realize this is a little out of place here on Garage Journal, but I could use a good set of fishing pliers. I'm guessing they should be stainless. I'm not doing any saltwater fishing, just bass fishing. They don't have to be anything fancy, a regular pair of needle nose pliers would work fine if they wouldn't rust. I'd appreciate any recommendations y'all have.

Thanks

 

[maxchevy]

https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/cca™-75-aluminum-pliers#repChildCatid=3575002

These are my tried and true pliers for several years with inshore use. Don't know if the new ones are the same quality but it is a good place to start. I have had $70+ pliers bend on me but have abused the hell out of these with no issues.

 

[Wamsutta]

These should work pretty good.

 

[HighwayTrout]

I’m happy with my set of 3-Tand pliers. Came with a sheath and landyard and extra interchangeable jaw tips. Split ring opener/crimper and regular flat flaws. The cutter works well also.

If you want something real nice. Orvis, Hatch, Abel and Simms all have very nice pliers but cost around 300 bucks compared to 70 for the 3-Tands. But they are legit lifetime pieces where as the 3tands will eventually give up the ghost.

I definitely recommend actual fishing pliers made for fishing. Yea any ol needle nose will work but just not as good and not have the right features.


*Edit*
Don’t forget about the lanyard and sheath. If the pliers aren’t drilled for a lanyard don’t buy them. Took me awhile but once I started wearing it I’ll never go back to putting pliers in my pocket or tackle box.

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[KDoug]

https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/cca™-75-aluminum-pliers#repChildCatid=3575002

These are my tried and true pliers for several years with inshore use. Don't know if the new ones are the same quality but it is a good place to start. I have had $70+ pliers bend on me but have abused the hell out of these with no issues.

For some reason the link doesn't pull up any pliers, just shoes.

 

[KDoug]

These should work pretty good.

I was hoping for something a little more affordable...Has anybody used the Buck Splizzors?

Good point on the lanyard, I'll be using these for kayak fishing.

 

[rt dak]

I carry a Gerber Flik Fish and bent nose forceps. The Flik is discontinued but i'm sure you could find a used one somewhere if you wanted.

 

[M6erfan]

Plenty available...

https://www.tackledirect.com/saltwater-fishing-pliers.html

 

[southalabama]

I use HF $1.98 needle nose pliers and wire cutters for fishing.

I do try to keep them dry. Every couple years I evaporust them. Also not expensive to replace.

I've got a pond and keep a bunch of basic tackle boxes ready for guests and family. They cheap and I don't worry about it.

Quality? Probably not. Takes a while to pick pliers at HF that the jaws align.

I've lost enough stuff over the side of a boat to not spend money on fishing pliers. My first pair of expensive sunglasses taught me that lesson.

 

[Wamsutta]

I was hoping for something a little more affordable...

I gave you the benefit of the doubt. I assumed you were some rich guy that needed a good pair of pliers for pulling a hook out of a fish's mouth.

 

[zendriver]

These are what I use.

https://www.cabelas.com/product/Rap...Za2uBv2cvICTNKoGSrkaAvoLEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

Longevity of fishing pliers, is the least of my concerns, lol If they wear out from catching too many fish, i'll get another pair!

Edit

Actually the one's I have are similar, but not stainless and have a loop for a lanyard, but comes with a nylon holster.

Regardless, they are a bit husky to wear around one's neck, but then I remembered (show's how much fishing I get done) that my go to pliers, are left over from my fly fishing days and are very similar to these, (mine has a cutter as well) except they are attached using a zinger, instead of a lanyard.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002WS84Y2/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[KDoug]

I gave you the benefit of the doubt. I assumed you were some rich guy that needed a good pair of pliers for pulling a hook out of a fish's mouth.

Definitely not the case. Just a young guy that likes buying tools I believe I could use. I know everybody has their idea of what quality is, but price range I would say around $50. If I don't find anything I like, I'm just going to buy me a cheap USA made pair of of needle nose pliers.

What got me thinking of this topic was the Buck Splizzors (pliers and Cutters in one), not sure if they are just gimmicky or not. They have a few good reviews though. They are $60, just not sure they are worth it. Here's a picture for those that don't know what I'm talking about:

 

[ReggieR]

I use mig pliers. Great for those pesky nose hairs too !

 

[shoeless]

I bought a few pairs of these to use 3-4 years ago for my brother and myself while saltwater fishing. Work great, have had no issues with corrosion.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012FGME00/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[bob15]

My brother seemed to like my Snap On electronic needle nose pliers. Took me a year to find my missing pair in his tackle box

 

[JBH]

These should work pretty good.

If you don’t care about ergonomics, build quality, or corrosion resistance and you just have to have a wrench up your S, sure. Those are the ticket.

I would get a pair of chrome plated pliers for near water use. NWS, Gedore, Wiha, Stahlwille/VBW, Knipex are good options. There are likely others, too.

 

[Wamsutta]

If you don’t care about ergonomics, build quality, or corrosion resistance and you just have to have a wrench up your S, sure. Those are the ticket.

I would get a pair of chrome plated pliers for near water use. NWS, Gedore, Wiha, Stahlwille/VBW, Knipex are good options. There are likely others, too.

Wait! Why aren't they ergonomic?

 

[JBH]

Wait! Why aren't they ergonomic?

The handles are bowed out way too much, and far more than any other needlenose pliers I've seen.

Also the grips are awful compared to modern pliers.

Lastly, the poor quality machining of the joint leads to less feel for the workpiece and more hand strain.

 

[M6erfan]

If you don’t care about ergonomics, build quality, or corrosion resistance and you just have to have a wrench up your S, sure. Those are the ticket...

Wait! Why aren't they ergonomic?

The handles are bowed out way too much, and far more than any other needlenose pliers I've seen.

Also the grips are awful compared to modern pliers.

Lastly, the poor quality machining of the joint leads to less feel for the workpiece and more hand strain.

This is about to get weird...

 

[yamaha0343]

Awhile back, Nothern Tool had Tekton needle nose pliers in the closeout bins for $2 a pair. Bought 5, so should be covered for the next decade. If I drop them overboard messing with a hardhead, no big deal.

 

[KDoug]

Awhile back, Nothern Tool had Tekton needle nose pliers in the closeout bins for $2 a pair. Bought 5, so should be covered for the next decade. If I drop them overboard messing with a hardhead, no big deal.

Didn't realize Northern Tool sold Tekton.

 

[maxchevy]

For some reason the link doesn't pull up any pliers, just shoes.

Weird. Tried again and it keeps going to shoes?

Here is the model at Academy.

CCA™ 7.5" Aluminum Pliers
Item: FSCSFE8103

 

[ricleh]

Bite pliers

 

[KDoug]

I kind of made the mistake of saying I wanted "quality" fishing pliers. I should've added the word affordable with that. Now that I've searched around a little bit, I now see pliers upwards of $200-300. That's downright crazy, but it doesn't surprise me now that I've been on Garage Journal and have seen some of the stuff y'all buy.

 

[zendriver]

I kind of made the mistake of saying I wanted "quality" fishing pliers. I should've added the word affordable with that. Now that I've searched around a little bit, I now see pliers upwards of $200-300. That's downright crazy, but it doesn't surprise me now that I've been on Garage Journal and have seen some of the stuff y'all buy.

10x the cost = 10x the quality.

No two ways about it.

 

[Jmonnty]

https://www.amazon.com/Piscifun-Aluminium-Fishing-Remover-Generation/dp/B00PRVFMSM/ref=as_at?imprToken=3eTdqeE3ZVzXsao97eoDHw&slotNum=0&psc=1&SubscriptionId=AKIAI5RAJ5BKPBSUVHUA&tag=deepfish-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B00PRVFMSM

I bought a pair of these and they're decent, made in china. I lost a set on Abel nippers and would hate to lose a set of $200 american made pliers.

 

[PFSard]

Bite pliers

Replaceable jaws??

 

[ricleh]

Replaceable jaws??

The stainless steel jaws and the carbide cutting edges are replaceable.

 

[PFSard]

The stainless steel jaws and the carbide cutting edges are replaceable.

Look like great pliers. Might have to start fishing again. LOL

 

[4Kings]

Since I fly fish my goto pliers/cutters are a small pair of hemostats and nail clippers. Get them at most any CVS or Walgreens

 

[Alpine4x4]

https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Pliers_Tools_Lure_Retrievers__Lights/catpage-PLRSTLS.html

Get a pair of aluminum with replaceable cutters. Generally under $40 and last quite awhile.

 

[KDoug]

Thanks for all the replies. Still thinking about the Buck Splizzors but need to feel them in my hand first.

 

[4xdog]

Staying with the original "quality" theme, LL Bean has an unnecessarily expensive pair of fishing pliers that look nifty.

https://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/115626?page=llbean-fishing-pliers-with-sheath

 

[WWheeler]

Get yourself some Cuda titanium fishing pliers for the bargain price of $290. Sharpening/replacement blade service is $12.
https://www.cudabrand.com/cuda-7-25-titanium-alloy-pliers-with-sheath-lanyard.html

 

[Jazz1]

I use those cheap $3 fish hook removers. They are generally on the floor and have been kicking around there for 20 years.
Yesterday they were handy

 

[RH2]

Walmart has an aluminum Ozark trail pair for$10.

 

[KDoug]

I use those cheap $3 fish hook removers. They are generally on the floor and have been kicking around there for 20 years.
Yesterday they were handy

Nice fish

 

[bwringer]

Bite pliers

I think for sheer techno-styled awesomeness these win.

I don't even fish and I kinda want them.

 

[Hytekrednek]

Look at the Bubba Blade fishing pliers. I use them in salt and fresh water. Never failed me. NOT $200, come with nice belt holster too! The brand name is silly, but they make good stuff for fair moneys.

 

[ovrrdrive]

Look at the Bubba Blade fishing pliers. I use them in salt and fresh water. Never failed me. NOT $200, come with nice belt holster too! The brand name is silly, but they make good stuff for fair moneys.

I didn't realize Bubba was making these. I'll pick up a pair before the season starts. Thanks.