Good for hook removal

[MePreach]

I picked up a set of these curved forceps a few yers ago and love how easy it made getting hooks out! I have always used needle nose pliers but would usually tear ones mouth open when swallowed deep and having to force pliers deep....these forceps have saved many a crappie from dying! They also lock shut on the hook making it easier to free the hook and keep a good hold. Just thought I would share for those that may be looking for something to use!

[G.Gordon]

I used long nosed forceps to save fish as well. Fish swallow a hook? Cut line, use finger to poke hook eye down toward gills (reversing the hook), now carefully grab with forceps at the bend right where it comes out of the throat and pull it out of the throat.

If it takes too much resistance it won't work, but it usually comes unhooked with very little pressure.

[Bronson]

Hemostats are very handy for powder coating jigs as well. I try to keep a couple of pair stashed away at all times. Who knows, one of these days they may come in handy when getting a hook out of yourself. I forwarded a short clip I received thru email to my son about someone getting hooked and the best way to remove it. Two days later his buddy hooked him the chest. The video reminded him of what he should be doing. Curved hemostats are especially good for hook removal.

[bowhunter012463]

I got a pair just like those, they sure are handy and you can even see what your doing better with them. I also use them to straighten my hooks back too.

[FisherMike]

I work on small engines and they work great for closing off fuel lines. Or reaching in tankes and grabbing fuel filters.

[skeetbum]

The ones with the long nose have a good reach. I have a set with the short jaws, maybe 3/4", and like em fine. I don't grab as many other body parts that I don't need compared to the longer jaws. Both are in my boat though.

[kyjohn]

I agree with Preach. When a hook is really deep, a good ol' hemostat or Kelly Clamp is quick way to get it out. You can get 'em on eBay pretty cheap.

[chucktx]

flea markets have them also......

[Dutch552]

I have a ton of those larger sized Kelly clamps that I keep all over the boat and in my various tackle bags. You an even find them on ebay for next to nothing.

[bassbull]

Agree with all the above as well, have owned quite a few of those tools over the years. I bet the guy who invented these for surgery use would laugh now if he new what we use them for. Have a good day. STEVE