Are the best fishing pliers really needed? Yes, sometimes we are so focused on making sure we have the right lures, the best pole and the smoothest reels, that we forget about having the important tools that make our job that much easier.
One important tool that will make fishing easier and thus more enjoyable is a good pair of fishing pliers. With so many on the market how do you know which one to choose?
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What are the best fishing pliers?
Here is a quick preview of our top 6 options:
T-REIGN ProSheath
- Booms Fishing X1 Aluminum
- Piscifun
Zitrades
- MadBite
- Van Staal 6″ Titanium Pliers
For more information on each pair of pliers, please keep reading below.
T-REIGN ProSheath
- Alumimium body
- Corrosion resistant stain-less steel jaws
- Split ring opener
- Crimper
- 36 inch self-retracting tether
- Length: 7.5 inches
- Weight: 8.3 ounces
T-Reign has designed one of the best heavy-duty fishing pliers on the market. They are the
There are two features that really set apart these pliers apart from the rest. The first, is the service policy. You can be confident that you are purchasing a quality product when the company stands by their product with a service policy. T-Reign offers a 5 year service policy on the pliers themselves. They also offer a lifetime service policy for the sheath.
This leads us to the next unique feature, the 36 inch internal, self-retracting tether that attaches the pliers to the sheath. The sheath is unique in itself. It is a nylon molded sheath, equipped with both belt clip and belt loops to attach it. This unique sheath as well as the awesome service policy certainly makes these set of pliers like non other.
Learn more about why we think these are the best fishing pliers in the youtube video below:
(You may also enjoy reading: The Best Lure Retriever – My Top 6)
Booms Fishing X1 Aluminum
Features:
- Aluminum body
- Length 7.7 inches
- Weight: 6.6 ounces
- Tungsten steel tips
- Carbide cutters
- Crimper
- Split Ring Opener
- Lanyard
Booms Fishing X1 Aluminum Fishing Pliers have become one of the most popular fishing pliers on the market, and for good reason. They have produced a solid product.
These pliers are made with an aluminum body measuring 7.7 inches and weighing 6 ounces. Equipped with powerful Tungsten steel tips featuring a crimper and split ring opener. Includes a lanyard and a pouch. Available in a variety of different colors.
As stated before, it means a lot when a company is willing to stand behind their product. Booms Fishing stands behind these solid pair of fishing pliers. Listen to this, they offer a lifetime guarantee, 100% money back for non artificial damage. Yes, you read that correctly a lifetime guarantee.
That alone gives you the peace of mind that you are purchasing a quality product. This is definitely a pair of fishing pliers that should be in your tackle backpack.
Piscifun Fishing Pliers
Features:
- Corrosion resistant grade aluminum
- Stainless steel inserts
- Split ring opener
- Hook remover
- Replaceable Tungsten Cutters
- Pouch & Lanyard
- Weight: 3 ounces
There is no doubt about it the Piscifun Fishing Pliers are nice set of pliers perfect for freshwater or saltwater fishing.
One of the nicest features of these pliers is they are super lightweight, weighing in at a little over 3 ounces. Now when you think of something being lightweight you right away may think they are made from a cheaper quality material or they must be missing some of the bells and whistles.
We can not disagree with you more. The body of these pliers are made from a corrosion resistant grade aluminum. The jaws are durable stainless steel inserts. What this means for you is that, you can say good-bye to pliers freezing up just when you need them on the boat.
The jaws are equipped with a split ring opener. This locking split ring opener makes the chore of replacing hooks on topwater lures a breeze.
On the top, is where the sharp Tungsten Cutters are located. These cutters are sharp enough to cut, fluorocarbon, monofilament, braid and even wire line. The best part is they are replaceable. No need to buy yourself a new set of pliers every time the cutter goes dull. Simply buy another set of cutters and attach them to your pliers.
Tired of misplacing your pliers? Never lose your fishing pliers again, with a nylon heavy-duty pouch with an attachable lanyard.
We can certainly say with confidence you won’t be disappointed with your selection of Piscifun Fishing Pliers. Available two different colors blue or red.
Zitrades
- Aluminum Body
- Length: 7.1 inches
- Weight: 3 ounces
- Tungsten Carbide cutters
- Split ring opener
- Nylon Sheath
- Lanyard
Another one to add to our list of the best fishing pliers are the Zitrades Fishing Pliers. Fishing on a boat, with water constantly splashing in is not the most ideal place to have a pair of metal pliers.
They can quickly rust and seize up on you at that all too important moment. You will not have that problem with these pliers. These pliers were designed with the average fisherman in mind. They were built to last.
The body of the pliers is made from a tough aluminium with 420 stainless steel jaws. They are also a good size coming in at 18cm or 7.1 inches and yet very light, weighing in at a little over 3 ounces. One of the best things I like about these pliers is the design of the grip.
After handling fish, trying to remove hooks, or change lures with wet slimy hands can be very difficult. The design grip of the Zitrades pliers makes them very easy to hold on too.
The very sharp Tungsten Carbide cutters are located on the inside of the jaws. They are sharp enough to cut braided line or even wire steel. Like Piscifun, at the tip is equipped with a split-ring opener, great for separating rings as well as removing hooks.
These fishing pliers are great for cutting, stripping, crimping and pulling.
Included is a nylon sheath and an attachable lanyard.
MadBite
Features:
- Aluminum Body
- Length: 7.5 inches
- Weight: 6.5 ounces
- Tungsten Carbide Cutter
- Silicone grips
- Saltwater Approved
- Small flashlight
- Split Ring Opener
I am proud to introduce to you the MadBite Fishing Pliers. With this pliers you will no longer be left in the dark. Unlike any other fishing pliers we have reviewed here this pair is equipped with a small flashlight.
This small, but powerful light gives out just enough light so that you can see what you are doing. Just simply twist the flashlight and you are ready to work. Ideal for the night fisherman.
That is not all. They are a quality pair of aluminum body pliers with very sharp tungsten carbide cutters. Best of all they are saltwater approved. However, as with most fishing equipment it is always advised to give your equipment a bath of freshwater when returning from fishing on the sea. This will prevent them corroding and extend their overall life.
They are also quite large. They are 7.5 inches long with a jaw length of 3.2 inches. However, they are super light weighing in at 6.5 ounces. Super lightweight for such a large set of pliers. With that weight you may not even notice that they are much larger than others.
Keep in mind that they are available in different sizes. As I mentioned the biggest pair is 7.5 inches, but they have a smaller pair at 6.7 inches and 3.5 ounces.
6″ Titanium Pliers
Features:
- Titanium Body
- Length: 6 inches
- Weight: 5.5 ounces
- Replaceable tungsten cutter
- Leather Sheath
- Lanyard
Let’s wrap up this search for the best pliers for fishing by looking at one of the most durable pair on this list.
Van Staal takes the cake when it comes to designing a product built to last. They spared no cost to make the 6″ Titanium Pliers. These pliers are made of Titanium. It is safe to say these pliers will last longer than you will be fishing.
As there website states, in the worst saltwater fishing conditions they have shown no corrosion, no wear, and no rust. They are both extremely powerful and yet very light. They are equipped with a spring-loaded line cutter, that has replaceable tungsten cutters. This package includes a lanyard and leather sheath.
One thing that may discourage many from the purchase of this product is, the price. The Van Staal pliers are much more expensive than the previous 4 pliers mentioned. Some may view this as a negative, but really it is a positive. These Van Staal pliers are made out of Titanium. They will last. In fact, they may be the last fishing pliers you will ever have to buy.
As you can see, you simply cannot go wrong with the purchase of any of these pliers. So the next time you go fishing make sure you have one of these fishing pliers in your tackle box.
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