suggestions for pliers? 2025

Muad Dib reply :

hey does anyone have any good recommendations for a set of pliers for those treble hooks or any other kinds of hooks. ?

bilgerat reply :

For what ?

Removing hooks ?

Opening split rings to replace hooks ?

memo43 reply :

I use a standard set of needle nose pliers, preferably with a long nose (for getting deep down inside) I recommend the ones with rubber handles for better grip.

No need to spend a ton of $$$ cheap ones will do just fine. That way you can still feed the monkey.

memo

burleytog reply :

For general use, Shimano Brutas

http://fish.shimano.com/publish/content/global_fish/en/us/index/products/gear/tools/brutas_black_nickel.html

For split ring, Texas Tackle

http://www.***.com/descpageTEXACC-TTSRP.html

Bad to da Bass reply :

I would get the X-Tools pliers because they float if u happen to kick them off the boat. Also they are very good quality.

burleytog reply :

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I would get the X-Tools pliers because they float if u happen to kick them off the boat. Also they are very good quality.

X-Tools pliers are the biggest pieces of junk on the market. The worst thing about them is the floating. Tried to throw them in three times, never could get rid of them.

Worst purchase I've made in the last three years.

Tin reply :

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I would get the X-Tools pliers because they float if u happen to kick them off the boat. Also they are very good quality.

X-Tools pliers are the biggest pieces of junk on the market. The worst thing about them is the floating. Tried to throw them in three times, never could get rid of them.

Worst purchase I've made in the last three years.

roadwarrior reply :

Here ya go:

http://www.tackletour.com/reviewrapalasspliers.html

8-)

flippin reply :

snapon

Chris at Tech reply :

I love my Browning pliers that they sell at BPS. I NEVER go fishing without them.

J Francho reply :

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Here ya go:
http://www.tackletour.com/reviewrapalasspliers.html

8-)

I bought a pair of these last year, and I gotta say, they are hands down the nicest I've used.

NitroMan reply :

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Here ya go:
http://www.tackletour.com/reviewrapalasspliers.html

8-)

X2!!!!!

The_Natural reply :

I suggest nothing too expensive if you drop them in the lake every few months like I do mine. I'm on my third pair of Cobalt Needlenose (Lowes I think?) and love them. They seem to be better than Craftsman.

Branuss04 reply :

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I would get the X-Tools pliers because they float if u happen to kick them off the boat. Also they are very good quality.
Worst purchase I've made in the last three years.

Wrong thread Burley... that belongs in this thread http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_forums/YaBB.pl?num=1233195366 ;D

The rapala ones are great. I own the ones with the Carbide(SP) cutters to cut braid. So far they are perfect for what I want them for. They are reasonably priced as well

MitchIsFishin reply :

If you don't lose 'em, MAC or Snap-on. IF you think you'll lose them, craftsman or kobalt. 8-)

SirSnookalot reply :

I don't go overboard on pliers. I use a Rapala, only because in came with a belt sheath, for freshwater works fine. For saltwater I have a pair of Hurricane Stainless for about 10 bucks that have worked flawless for 3 years and no rust, an occaisonal shot of PB blaster keeps them smooth. As far as cutting braid, which pretty much all I use, I burn it, which is better than cutting because a knot is less likely to pull thru.

MALTESE FALCON reply :

Leatherman Multi-Tool. I always have it on my belt. That way you have pliers and a multitude of other useful tools at your disposal.

Falcon

drmnbig reply :

Boy, do I feel like a cheapskate. While at a car show in Carlisle, Pa a couple years ago I was just browsing around one of the tool venders and they had little needle nose pliers with the spring between the handles for $1.00 I bought about 15 of them and haven't looked back. I like the small size because when bank fishing I stick them in my back pocket. The little spring is really nice too. Add to that the fact that if I lose a pair I'm out a whole dollar.

smcentee reply :

Rising tools has a plier, "Work". Locking forceps handle is very convenient, and the cutter easily goes through braid. Excellent tool.

http://www.tackletour.com/reviewrisingwork.html

steve328 reply :

I bought a pair of the 6 1/2 inch Rapala pliers last year - great pliers until the plastic spring in the middle broke. I emailed Rapala but no response so far. Now in the market for a new pair. Carefully reviewing this thead.

CWB reply :

If you are careful stay with one of the better ones with good cutters.

If you're like me and drop or kick them overboard or see them fly past you after you hit a wave on plane, got to Menards Bargain Bin and get 2 or 3 cheaper ones. Keep one in your tackle box/bag just to be safe.

MONSTERhudd reply :

I have a problem with dropping my pliers in the water, thats why I got some x-tools pliers. They are junk. The blade has gotten so dull from cutting braid that it won't even cut mono or floro any more. The only good part is that they float. My favorite pliers so far are the rapalas I had. No slop in the handle, felt sturdy, never rusted, it could tune crankbaits, remove split rings and cut line like no tomorrow. I gotta attach a string to my pliers so I don't lose them anymore!

Stasher1 reply :

Don't buy the Mustad "Heavy Duty Forceps". I bought a set, put them in the outer pocket of my tackle bag, went fishing the next morning, and when I got home I found them broken. I hadn't even used them!

fathom reply :

i like the rapala's.

you can lose them just as easily as any other.

.ghoti. reply :

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Leatherman Multi-Tool. I always have it on my belt. That way you have pliers and a multitude of other useful tools at your disposal.
Falcon

That's my take on it, too. Except mine's a Gerber.

J Francho reply :

You guys that keep dropping your tools in the water...why not get a $2 zip lanyard? :

CFFF 1.5 reply :

Leatherman, never get on the boat without it. It stays on your belt so you don't have to look for it.

riverfisher reply :

I bought my needlenose pliers from the ol'dollar store!! They have lasted for four years now, so 25 cents a year Iv gotten my money's worth.

Tin reply :

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You guys that keep dropping your tools in the water...why not get a $2 zip lanyard? :

Great idea...it will go good with my fanny pack.

uicdent11 reply :

Large surgical hemostat.They lock onto the hook well and you can clip them anywhere for easy access.

J Francho reply :

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You guys that keep dropping your tools in the water...why not get a $2 zip lanyard? :

Great idea...it will go good with my fanny pack.

I'm sure you've run into one or two of us trout guys, with those stupid necklaces with about a thousand tools hanging off them, LOL.

J Francho reply :

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Large surgical hemostat.They lock onto the hook well and you can clip them anywhere for easy access.

A great tool for #4 hooks and smaller. Pretty much required gear for trout and those tiny #14 hooks. Nearly useless for most of the treble hooks and worm hooks used for bassing. They do come in handy when removing a deep hook through the gills.

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