Net Opening 20 inch (L) x 19 inch (W) Net Depth 17 inches
Retracted Length 35 inches
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TACKLE BOXES AND ACCESSORIES
A fishing trip involves more than just a fishing pole. Grab a Wakeman Outdoors tackle box to keep your gear safe and organized, a fishing net for easy recovery, and all other accessories for a successful day on the water.
HERE'S A SMALL SAMPLING OF OUR PRODUCTS
Single Tray Tackle Box 55 Piece Kit
Retractable Rubber Landing Net - 35 Inch Handle
75 Piece Hook, Swivel and Split Shot Sinker Set
Fishing Bait Well Net
Two Sided Tackle Box
product description
Protect your catch with this tangle free Retractable Rubber Landing Net from Wakeman. This high quality thermal plastic-rubber net will reduce or eliminate snagged hooks and fish injuries. Particularly good for catch-and-release fisherman, the smooth rubber design ensures your fish will be handled gently and has very little chance of getting tangled or snagged in the net basket. The heavy duty aluminum handle provides good balance and a firm hold. The space-saving design of the retractable handle will make for easy storage in compact spaces!
product details
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
Product Dimensions : 56 x 20 x 19 inches; 3.8 Pounds
Item model number : 80-FSH5003
Department : Unisex-adult
Date First Available : May 3, 2016
Manufacturer : Trademark
ASIN : B01F3L668K
Country of Origin : China
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Questions about Wakeman Fishing Retractable Rubber Landing Net - 35 Inch Handle
Q:
what is diameter of holes in net
Answer: They are small like the same as any other net you would use to net large fish. It won’t work for netting minnows. I would say 1 inch by 1 inch
Q:
Is this good for catching frogs, bull frogs in particular? Thanks
Answer: it is a very deep fishing net, yet I think it would be good for catching frogs
Answer: We haven't used it for that, but I think it would work fine. The handle isn't really long, so you have to be able to get pretty close.
Answer: It may be but you would have to scare them into it. It is so big that it would be hard to swing quickly.
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Would the classic net work for catching blue crab? Is the rubber netting strong enough to prevent the crabs from just snapping it with their claws?
Answer: Funny you should ask! Last weekend my husband use it for just that. He was chicken neck crabbing and I didn't see anything wrong with the net... And believe if there was he would have said so.
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How long is it collapsed ?
Answer: Approximately 4 feet long
Answer: Whatever length of pole is. 2.5-3 feet. It’s an awesome net. Hooks don’t get caught up. I’ve landed a lot of fish with it. Rubber is great.
Answer: About 20”
Answer: Probably about 2’
Q:
Anyone use this bad boy to catch chickens??? Fast little bastards.
Answer: Don't think so, they are to smart, won't even work when attached to a long pole. Catch them on their roost at night. Will work for rabbits when they are busy eating, (with extended pole).
Answer: Never used it for chickens but don't know why it wouldn't work.
Q:
D0 you sale spares for this landing nets
Answer: I don’t know. I just got it so haven’t tried to get a spare.
Q:
Is it adjustable or one length?
Answer: It is one length.
Answer: One length
Answer: Yes it adjust out to one length
Answer: It’s only one length while extended, still a great net especially if you fish from the bank or have a boat. Maybe to awkward for kayak fishing tho.
Answer: Only 1 length
Answer: It has an expandable handle but only clicks into one position.
Answer: Yes it is telescopic
Q:
why does it show two different nets in the add and reviews one nylon the otherubber, one has gold handle other has silver, onesoval other is triangle
Answer: Great question! They are different sizes - there are four available - so they have different shapes and nets on them. The one that I got is the 64" largest, which has a rubber net, gold handle and more of an oval head. I think the 54" has the silver handle and more rectangular head, and the round is one of the smaller ones. Click on each size option to see if it helps clarify the pictures and sizes. I'd also report it to Amazon that the description and pictures are confusing, so they can clean it up and make it easier to understand.
Answer: Tha gold handled net is heavy and net not large enough. Nylon would be a better choice.
Answer: it looks like only the 64" one has nylon netting, when you click on the size, it will tell you. i have the rubber net, it is great ,easy to release fish and doesnt hurt them.
Answer: The one I got is round, hold handle, and rubber. It’s nice and would buy again.
Q:
i just purchased this landing net, How are they coming up with 94" in length??
Answer: I purchase the classic which does not state 94", maybe you purchased a differnt one than the 94" one?
Answer: Horrible really tiny. Worst buy.
Answer: Its junk...
Q:
How much does it weigh?
Answer: It weighs about 1 pound
Answer: It's heavier than nylon nets but we'll worth it.
Answer: I would say it's <3 lbs
Q:
handle diameter?
Answer: 2”
Q:
Is this net too much for freshwater rainbow trout? Too heavy or too big?
Answer: This net is not heavy at all i was pleasantly surprised. Too big? I guess it depends on how big the trout are i think it will work great for you.
Answer: It's a pretty big net, I use it for cats and large lm bass from my boat.
Answer: Way too large. this is a boat net that is meant for much larger fish
Answer: I bought it for lake trout.
Q:
Are the hole sizes small or large?
Answer: This is a GREAT net! Holes are right at 1”. Rubberized mesh is hook proof and easy on the fish. I could easily fit a 10 pound bass in there (if I could ever catch one)!
Answer: They are hexagons, but about the size of a quarter. Awesome net. I love it. The rubber means no stray hooks caught in the net.
Answer: Large
Answer: not too big, would suffice for most fish.
Answer: Big enough to put your fingers and thumb through.
Q:
Is it safe for Saltwater?
Answer: I would of said yes as of last week. But now no the puch bottom for the net to collapse broke. It turns out it had corroded where it is attached to the handle. I always wash it when I come back from fishing. I now just put a stainless steel bolt and nut through the handle.
Answer: Yes I use it in the ocean. Simply rinse it at end of day
Answer: I really am not sure but I would say yes, it is just rubber and aluminum. Should stand up well
Answer: Yes
Q:
What model is best for Kayak Fishing?
Answer: The one I got is quite large; for kayak, I would go with smallest one. Using mine on 16' bass boat, and even though handle is retractable, it's huge.
Q:
what is diameter of holes in netting ?
Answer: They are a six sided hexagon opening. If you can picture it, the side with the 60 degree angle is one inch between the apexes. The side with the flat sides is one half inch between the parallel sides. If it were round instead of a hexagon is would be an oval, one inch long and one half inch wide.
Answer: 1/2 to 3/4 inch
Answer: about 1/2 inch I think
Q:
Do they just sell the head, not the extension pole hanadle??
Answer: You get the head, the tail, the whole damn thing…
Answer: No they don't as far as I know. The net works great for fishing crank bait type lures. The treble hooks don't get caught in the net at all
Answer: Come with the whole set up, net an handle
Q:
What is the outside diameter of the handle?
Answer: 2”.
Q:
Will this float in the water?
Answer: yes
Q:
Can this be good for the big wahoos and tuna
Answer: Yes...not 40 pounders..but anything under it will do fine.
Answer: No much too small. Works great on Redfish and Speckled Trout.
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any in stock
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Would this work standing in a river or stream?
Answer: Yes it would.... decent Net for sure and not to long for your purposes'
Q:
How much weight would be too much? Would this net be strong enough to pull up a turtle with a bunch of heavy, wet muck?
Answer: Don't think so. Handle is kind of flimsy. Also, if you are trying to catch something moving good luck, the net does not pull through the water easily.
Answer: I believe it would be strong enough. we use it for walleye fishing with fish flopping around 6-8 pounds easily.
Q:
Strange question, will this work to catch a feral cat ? Shes very wild, is wise to cat traps and will not go in . I want to get her spayed, then relea
Answer: If you can’t catch the cat in a trap because “it’s too smart” what leads you to believe your agile enough to scoop it up with a fish net?
Answer: I suppose it would work it's certainly big enough, good luck.
Answer: It's possible. It's a huge net. Very sturdy, thick rubber
Answer: Yes if you’re quick enough
Answer: No
Answer: Yeah
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any in stock
Q:
The pictures show three different nets and the size in the pics don't match the wording in the description. Which net and what size would I be gettin
Answer: They are all approximately the same size
Q:
What is the diameter of the handle at the grip and at the bare metal? I need to see if it will fit the pole holder on my jet ski fishing rack.
Answer: 3/4" at the handle, 1/2" at the metal. The net is 8" wide and the whole thing is 24.5" long.
Q:
How wide is it from side to side ?
Answer: About 19". Have not used it yet, but it looks to be a quality item.
Q:
Is this big enough to net fish like walleye and northern pike?
Answer: Yes, you just have to pick the betted fish up with the net held vertically , not horizontally. If not a heavier fish will break the net where the loop connects to the handle!!
Answer: Yes, No problem
Answer: yes
Q:
Would like to leave this net on my pier all spring, summer and fall. . Can she take the sun? Thanks!
Answer: The nets are great and took lots of abuse from lots of kids under age 5 but they always got put away at the end of the day. They stood up to bullfrogs, lots of sand and a few toys. Might last outside around the clock, handles are pretty sturdy too. Good luck.
Answer: It's a heavy rubber mesh. Seems to be a nice item, but I would ask your question to Wakeman re weather and sun degradation.
Answer: We leave ours out all summer-no problem so far-had 1 season only
Q:
Will thin. Net work for king salmon 20 to 30 pounds from my boat
Answer: If it will manage a 15# bass I suspect it will haul out a 20 pound fish alright. 30#s I'm not sure.
Answer: Not sure, have not used net yet,may be small for a 20 lb fish.
Q:
Does this have a replacement net?
Answer: I don't know!, As cheap as the unit is If you were to try to get a replacement from the manufacturer I would imagine it will cost you the same as the whole assembly with shipping.
Answer: It does not come with a replacement
Answer: It doesn’t come with a replacement but it is very strong. It would be hard to break.
Answer: I would imagine so. Email Wakeman with the model number and they will tell you. I have not used mine yet, but it looks pretty rugged in the original.
Q:
Is there a fish net with larger holes?
Answer: Bo
Q:
Will this net work to catch game birds out of a bird pen?
Answer: I think it will do fine.Plus the coating on the net will not cutting.
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Are all styles the rubber netting?
Answer: The net is TINY.. very very small..
Product reviews of Wakeman Fishing Retractable Rubber Landing Net - 35 Inch Handle
Rutablavsky : 1 1/2 Years of Hard Use- Banged Around On Shore- Still Works Great
I ordered this net in October of 2019. I fish like 2 to 3 times a week. It has been banged around on rocky shores, netted countless hundreds of walleye, bass, wiper and and even a few catfish over 20 lbs. I am very pleased. I was actually trying to find this purchase to recommend this net to a friend, and found I had never written a review. It definitely deserves one! This is the ideal net for walleye if you are fishing jerkbaits or cranks and want to quickly and easily remove a lot of hooks from your net. I have found this net is not great with pike or musky that like to twist up in it. Absolutely perfect for walleye, though. And it works great for catfish up to 30 lbs. too.
JM76 : Great net!
Tested it out yesterday, worked out perfectly in my canoe. Seems a little heavy but not a deal breaker. For the money, terrific net. We'll see how it holds up!
Del : Nicer and larger than I was expecting
I haven't netted a fish with it yet but it looks really nice. It's actually nicer and larger than I was expecting. I have a similar net I've used for years. The piping holding the net finally broke. I wanted a similar type rubbery net that would not fowl treble hooks and was gentle on the fish. This seemed a close replacement. However, it looks nicer and a few inches wider than my old net. Once I net a few fish, I'll update, but for now I am very pleased.
K. Clark : Highly Recommended!!
By far the best value landing net that you can get for your money! It compares to any other standard landing net that you can find at your local Gander Mountain/Cabela's but is half the price. I love the retractable handle which makes it easier to store when not in use and the rubber net (as opposed to mesh) is a huge plus.
bloodymac : Great net
Best net for the price - don't waste time or money getting ripped off at Academy - get this net - it doesn't float, due to design of holes in metal that allow water to penetrate, but it will give you a second or two to gather it back if it were to fall.
matt : Great product, great price
I have landed well over 200 fish with this net, a 14 lb northern being the biggest so far, with no problems. Its pretty lightweight for a rubber net and easy to maneuver in the water. The hooks are alwayseasy to remove and no sign of corrosion or rot.
Huntnlady : Great Net
I'll never buy a string fishing net again! This one did not cost much more than a cheap Walmart net, and it works 10 times better. Thanks for this net.
Steve McKim : Works
lot less tangleing than old nets
Huntnlady : Great Net
I'll never buy a string fishing net again! This one did not cost much more than a cheap Walmart net, and it works 10 times better. Thanks for this net.
NInedogs : Good Net / Slim Handle
I already had two big nets, but my wife has problems holding the handles while netting fish because of the size of the handles. This net has a slim handle and is easy for her to use.
Craig B : Works well for cats up to 10lbs
We have been landing 5 to 8 pound cats with no problems. Never has a hook been caught up in the net. Wish it was a little easier to engage the ball locking mechanism into the loop.. other than that..i would buy again
Bad Mackrel : Great value, good quality
The shipping was fast, and net is better than what I was expecting. now, it is a less expensive net, but the netting is a thick rubber net. better than my previous net. its light weight, which is really what I wanted. hard to hold a rod in one hand and a heavy net in the other. Is this the best net out there? nope! but for the price, it is a great net. durable enough to last several years. tip: cut about 12" of a pool noodle and tape duct tape it to the handle. so when you kick it overboard, it will float. :)
Kindle Customer : Good but stinky
I like how well it’s been working so far, but when it came in it was kinda stinky it smelled heavy of rubber
Just me : Just a cheap net.
Not a quality net and honestly I don't think it will hold up well over time.
dixon : Great value. I would buy again.
I needed a net and after searching I chose this net due to previous reviews. After about a month and 20-30 uses I decided to share my experience here. I have netted and brought in striper and cats up to 25lbs using the handle no problems. Last night (June 20th) I finally got to test the net with a 40lb blue cat here in North Carolina. My friend was netting for me and once in the net brought it to the boat. Neither of us thought we could get the cat in using the handle so we grabbed the edges and hauled it over the side of the skiff. The net held. We had both thought the 35" cat wouldn't fit in the net at first and it did! then it held as we brought it into the boat. Plus the benefit of the rubber netting so that hooks do not catch is a bonus. Much bigger of a fish I would have used a gaf but I wanted to test the net for when I am fishing alone.
Buy this. Its durable and worth it. If the net broke on the 40lb cat I would have bought another one this morning.
David Jason Tisch : Best priced medium net on the market
Perfect for shore fishing trout n walleyes light weight n compact with rubber netting keeps fish safe n easy to release
Steve Sorbo : Pleased with purchase
Product was as advertised. Pleased with purchase. Good quality for the money.
Key Master : Best net I’ve owned.
Nice net. Have landed lots of fish. 12lb trout no problem. Pole sturdy. Would buy again. Recommend.
Craig B : Works well for cats up to 10lbs
We have been landing 5 to 8 pound cats with no problems. Never has a hook been caught up in the net. Wish it was a little easier to engage the ball locking mechanism into the loop.. other than that..i would buy again
Benjamin Boven : Well worth the $$ but HEAVIER than it appears!
Solid and sturdy but WAY heavier than it looks. Really not nimble enough to catch my chickens but the THREAT of the net is all mine need to do what I want. It's rock-solid though. Just build up your arms if you want to try swash-buckling with this beast!
Nicole Gray : You get what you pay for
The net had a hole in it right out of the box! How does that happen? No quality checks? Anyway it felt wicked cheap. I returned and bought a Bubba which will be the last net I buy. It’s unbelievably well made. So it’s a little pricey but its built incredible
Me : Nice net
My only complaints are minor. I wish it could lock in the storage position but doesn't. Also I wish it had a lanyard or hole for one. It seems well built. The mouth of the net is very large and it has good depth as well. Overall I'm very happy with it.
CT South Carolina : Do not buy! Rubber broke at seam after 6 uses!
At first we thought this was a good product, but we were wrong. After only 6 fishing trips and less than 2 months, a 4 pound fish broke straight through the bottom seam of the net. No way to get in touch with the seller to get a refund!
D.L. Hither Creek Organics. : Very nice.
Have been using this for the last couple months on the boat. Sturdy and well made.
teddyballgame5 : High quality net!
Very impressed. Bought it to get leaves and debris out of goldfish pond. The leaves and vegetation can be very heavy at times, but this net does not bend. Very strong, great rubber quality on netting. Can't be more pleased!
Christian De Santis : Great net, until it folds under pressure when you need it most
I've had this net a few months now and it had been working great. I thought it looked good and liked that it protected the fish. I was able to net a 3-4 pound bass one handed. However, yesterday, I was bluegill fishing and a real large bass was chasing my fish. I yelled at my brother to grab the net, and when he went to net both fish, the net bent in half, loosing us both fish. Now he was mostly submerged with the net and jerked up quite abruptly, as required when trying to net an unhooked, or even hook fish. Was very disappointed that this seemingly very study net bent under the pressure and is not mostly unusable. Never did anything extreme with it or put any sort of excess pressure. Lost the biggest fish I've ever had a chance to catch because of it..
J Boyd : A must for fishing!!
Great net!!!!
Amazon Customer : Great gift
My dad wanted this for Father’s Day haha he loves it
Quaffin1 : Net developing holes after 6 months!
After 6 months noticed net had a hole. Figured I must have done something to it. So I wove some line into for repair. Next day noticed another hole on other side. This is not right, looks like it’s deteriorating or something!
NInedogs : Good Net / Slim Handle
I already had two big nets, but my wife has problems holding the handles while netting fish because of the size of the handles. This net has a slim handle and is easy for her to use.
William : Good quality, great price
Heavy duty net and strong handle. Waiting to see how it holds up in the sun and salt water
Jason : i lost it on my 3rd trip out when it went over boardand sank like a rock
With all this net is, it does not float. i lost it on my 3rd trip out when it went over boardand sank like a rock. I would however buy again but buyer be ware, seal up both ends of the shaft and or fill with foam so you dont lose it.
Trace Collier : No more tangled hooks.
Bought this specifically to replace a nylon net that got hung up in treble hooks constantly. Looks like it will work great.
Richard Hritz : Wow.
Used it once so far and I am very pleased. Whole lot better than my mesh net, and bigger. No problem getting treble hooks out that saves a lot of time when fish are biting. Will find something that will keep it floating if dropped in water. This net surprised me for the money, I would have spent double for the same type of net in any sporting goods store. Again very pleased.
Grizzlytrout : Sturdy, strong and reliable.
Great product strong and for the fishing I do pan fish cat fish and light saltwater very well made. Love it. Couldn't ask for anything better. Do you sell replacement nets? Good to know for the future.
David Jason Tisch : Best priced medium net on the market
Perfect for shore fishing trout n walleyes light weight n compact with rubber netting keeps fish safe n easy to release
Jason : I'm Impressed
I expected this net to be much smaller and lower quality for the price I paid. Equivalent nets at Cabela's and Bass Pro stores I found to be $50+
I was very surprised when I opened the package to find that the quality far exceeds the low price on Amazon. The rubber is well joined together and stretches evenly. It is also very smooth and soft - important for the fishes protection and safety for catch and release. The handle seems sturdy and durable and even collapses down for easy storage. I am well pleased.
J : Mediocre at best
The net looks nice and isn’t too heavy, but it has no stopper to prevent the handle from sliding all the way out, so while you’re getting ready to net a fish the end of it will fall off as you try to extend it.
Gaynell F Sanchez : Light weight,Sturdiness and durability,,Great price.
My husband bought one when he first bought his boat in 2006. He wanted another, loves it..
Kim E. Molina : Well-made net
Although I am sending this back due to my not seeing the dimensions (too big for our use), it looks and feels like a very well-made net. It was packaged well, fortunately as there was some damage to the box. I took off one star because it is quite heavy. But if you are catching larger fish (not trout) this might be what you want.
Shawn0215 : Works efficiently
Feels pretty sturdy, lightweight even tho some reviews say it’s heavy, and was about to net/weigh a 14lb carp with ease. Would recommend if you don’t wanna break the bank on a $100 net.
Armand Bennage : A net you can trust in????
I have used this for all sorts of catching- fish, frogs, and etc. It has to be hands down one of the best nets I have owned for two reasons. It has a durable pole & the webbing of the net is made of rubber and highly resistant to snapping- still has yet to fail. Another bonus is that the pole itself can be extended if needed. There are a couple of downsides to this net that should be noted, 1) It does have a little bit of weight to it, at least 3-4 pounds which doesn’t seem much until you hold it and actually catch with it. 2) The depth of the net is a bit shallow. I'd say only about a foot and a half deep, no more. This has to be my most negative view on this net especially since I catch things that aren’t necessarily calm, therefore making it easier for those lucky ones to escape every once and a while by jumping or squirming out. Also, please keep in mind that is this net is for the bigger jobs such as netting bigger fish that have already been reeled in and or are still on the hook, due to the 1 inch sized holed net, making it insufficient in catching tiny fish, frogs, and small insects as they will just fall out.
robert waugaman : Nice net
Replaced an old style net that the lures would get severely tangled. The rubber net was a great improvement. Perfect size and price was low. First time using it, we had 4 walleye on at the same time. We landed them all and had no trouble getting the lures and fish out of the net. Would recommend to anyone who still has an nylon net in their boat.
Lainey8888 : Great net for the price
This net has been a great replacement for our wire out, much more expensive nets. It is a quality product, has plenty of reach and a good size bucket for grabbing fish on the side of our bass boat. Very nice net material, doesn’t hold fish slime or hooks like other net material. It is not super compact, nor does it have the ability to adjust handle length, but for the price, that is not a fair deterrent.
JM76 : Great net!
Tested it out yesterday, worked out perfectly in my canoe. Seems a little heavy but not a deal breaker. For the money, terrific net. We'll see how it holds up!
Jason : I'm Impressed
I expected this net to be much smaller and lower quality for the price I paid. Equivalent nets at Cabela's and Bass Pro stores I found to be $50+
I was very surprised when I opened the package to find that the quality far exceeds the low price on Amazon. The rubber is well joined together and stretches evenly. It is also very smooth and soft - important for the fishes protection and safety for catch and release. The handle seems sturdy and durable and even collapses down for easy storage. I am well pleased.
Tom Costa : A+
A+
teddyballgame5 : High quality net!
Very impressed. Bought it to get leaves and debris out of goldfish pond. The leaves and vegetation can be very heavy at times, but this net does not bend. Very strong, great rubber quality on netting. Can't be more pleased!
wile e. coyote : Large and durable
Net is made of durable rubber. Nice large opening and great overall design. Sturdy.
matt : Great product, great price
I have landed well over 200 fish with this net, a 14 lb northern being the biggest so far, with no problems. Its pretty lightweight for a rubber net and easy to maneuver in the water. The hooks are alwayseasy to remove and no sign of corrosion or rot.
you can compare the product price from Costco, wayfair, bestbuy, lowes, target, homedepot, Walmart, ebay, amazon to find the best price for you