Tool
Hook remover
How to use a hook remover.
Characteristics
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Material
Metal
Handle
Ergonomic rubberized grip for secure control while extracting deep hooks.
Shaft
Long metal rod reaches deep into the fish's mouth safely.
Hook slot
Forked tip catches and secures the bend of the hook for easy removal.
What is a hook remover used for?
A hook remover (disgorger) reaches a swallowed hook so you do not push fingers down a fish’s throat.
How is a hook remover different from similar gear?
Built to follow the line to the bend. Not pliers used as a lever. Not a lip gripper.
When should you use a hook remover?
Use it as soon as a bait fisher starts gut-hooking, especially with J-hooks and small fish.
What problems does a hook remover solve?
It gets the hook out with less tearing than a thumb in the gill rakers.