Fly Fishing Pliers
Fly Fishing Gear
The term “fly fishing gear” can be used to refer to a lot of parts of your fly fishing supplies. In this article, we’ll discuss various piece of fly fishing gear that are important to have on hand. You already know you need a rod and reel, but there’s so much more involved in your fly fishing gear.
Of course, you’ll need to have a variety of flies to use as bait for the fish. Flies are meant to mimic the look and movement of a fish’s natural food source. Some fish prefer different flies, and when you use what they are used to eating, your chances are better of landing a bite. Keep several different types of flies close at hand so you can choose the right fly for the specific fish you are angling for.
You will also need to have several different weights of lines so you can switch them out if you find yourself in waters with larger fish. Of course, your fly rod has a lot to do with what line to use, but if you have an 8 nwt rod and are finding some 10 pound fish, go ahead and switch to a 10 nwt line to increase your chances of winning a fight with that prize-winning trout.
Part of your fly fishing gear includes what you wear while fishing. You’ll need to have a good pair of waders so you can keep dry while going after your fish. Pick a pair of waders that will meet your fishing situation. Chest high waders are usually a good choice because they allow you to wade in all depths of water.
You will also need a fishing vest with lots of pockets that will hold your flies, line, and other pieces of gear. The pockets should fasten with Velcro so that you have easy access to what you need. You don’t want to be on the water and realize you need a different fly only to miss out on a passing school of fish because you were fumbling with your pockets.
A good pair of fishing pliers is almost a necessity. Many rivers and streams are exclusively catch and release water. That means that once you catch the fish, you need to let it go. This helps propagate the population and promote healthy fishing at all times. You will want an easy way to get the hook out of the fish’s mouth without causing harm to its body. Fishing pliers are designed to do just that.
Finally, your fly fishing gear should include a waterproof camera. If you are lucky enough to land a whopper, you’ll want to document it as part of your prize!
When you are amassing your fly fishing gear, things can eventually get out of hand. Many fly fishermen have an abundance of gear with the possibility that they might need something specific in a certain situation. That’s just fine, but the essentials that are listed above are a start!
About the Author
Steve has been fishing for many years. There is nothing he likes better than spending a few hours on the side of a river or lake trying to catch the ultimate fish. He has travelled extensively throughout the world and never lets an opportunity go by to try out the local fishing. He has written a book on the subject of Fly Fishing which can be purchased at http://fishing.articleland.co.uk . He can also be reached for further information at his website http://www.articleland.co.uk
Fly Tying Tips & Techniques : Using Pliers for Fly Tying
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Hemostat Forceps Body Piercing Plier Gold Plated Curved $7.79 Gold Plated Forceps For Sewing, Fly Tying & Hobbyists. This is a new pair of gold plated locking forceps with a curved tip. Used for medical and dental procedures, fly tying, body piercing, beading, etc. They measure approximately 5″ (127 mm) long Forceps purchased from FindingKing are not sterile and should be sterilized properly prior to use in any medical, dental or piercing procedures.We work … |
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Straight Forceps Fly Fishing Locking Hemostat Tool 5 $10.83 Straight Tip Forceps Great For Hobbies, Arts And Crafts, Fly Tying, Sewing & Model Building. This is a new pair of stainless steel locking straight tip forceps. Great for hobbies, arts and crafts, fly tying, sewing and model building. Can be used for threading a shaft through a tiny gap or firmly grabbing a wire or screw. These forceps have serrated jaws and gold colored handles. They measure appr… |
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Locking Scissor Forceps Fly Fishing Hemostat Tool 7.5 $17.99 Scissor Forceps Great For Hobbies, Arts And Crafts, Fly Tying, Sewing, Cutting & Model Building. This is a new pair of stainless steel locking scissor forceps. Great for hobbies, arts and crafts, fly tying, sewing, cutting and model building. Can be used for threading a shaft through a tiny gap or firmly grabbing a wire or screw. These forceps have serrated jaws and blades for cutting. They measur… |
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Gerber Octane Multi-Tool $65.95 When you only have one available hand, the Gerber Octane Multi-Tool steps in to get the job done. The patented one-hand-opening pliers grabs hot pots off the fire before they boil over and put out the flames. For countless unexpected uses, the half-serrated edge cuts through the tough stuff, while several other tools ensure you don?t spend time hunting down tools at home or in the woods. Carry the… |
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Gerber 30-000334 Strata Multi Plier with Sheath $59.95 217871 Features: Clean and compact, this tool when closed is only 4 inches long and 6 inches overall; store it in the included nylon sheath Stay safe thanks to the SAFTPLUS Locking system that keeps components in the open and closed positions when you want them to be Butterfly style opening Everyone struggles with plastic clam shell packaging, and this tool comes with a clam packaging opening tool… |
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Gerber 30-000333 Grappler Multi Plier with Sheath $52.75 The Grappler is one of those engineering feats that makes even us step back and marvel. This vise-grip snaps into ready position with just one-hand and locks down for a tight bite on any screw 5/8-Inch or smaller. With 13 total components including a stur… |
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Long Nose Pliers 8.5, W/cutter – LN85Z Long Nose Pliers 8.5″, W/cutter. Multi-purpose use. This plier combo features an 8.5-in set of pliers and a cutter. The pliers feature soft-grip handles for easy handling. Multi-purpose use… |
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Deehooker assorted $4.95 The Deehooker TM fish dehooking system is a fast, fish-friendly way of removing hooks from your catch, meaning more time for you to spend fishing, and more healthy, unharmed fish returned to the swim for you to catch in the future.The DeeHooker TM is lightweight, robust and durable; with clever ergonomic features that make dehooking a fish an absolute piece of cake! And despite its easy handling s… |
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Forceps Style: Straight $2.95 Forceps (sometimes called hemostats) are a must for every fishing vest. This tool is great for removing a hook from a fish you plan to release to open split shot and for many other purposes. These forceps are 5 inches long with either straight or curved jaws.Please select either straight or curved jaws from the list above…. |
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Rapala® Fisherman’s Pliers $10.99 Rapala Fisherman’s Pliers. Every angler should have one! Carbon steel construction with nickle plated finish ensures you won’t be “fishing” for a new pair anytime soon. Co-molded soft grips for added comfort. Also features: Split shot crimper; Rapala lure tuning tool; Double leaf spring side cutter; 5 1/2″ or 8″ model. State Size. Order Today! Rapala Fisherman’s Pliers… |
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Fishing with the Fly $27.22 Fishing with the Fly |
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Fly Fishing $19.84 Fly Fishing |
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Fishpond Barracuda Fly Fishing Pliers Orange Model Number:BP-CO $138.95 The Fishpond Barracuda Fly Fishing Pliers in Cutthroat Orange were engineered from the ground-up to create a lightweight and durable fishing plier that would transcend all competition. The Barracuda Pliers are made from machined aerospace aluminum with precision stainless steel gripping jaws and cutting blades. Accurate cutting of mono, Dacron, fluorocarbon, multi-strand wire and braided lines. Note: Stainless steel jaws and cutters will rust in saltwater, so treatment with a rust inhibitor before use is essential. Dont forget to rinse and treat again after use. The jaws and cutter screws use a 3/32 Allen wrench and the set screw uses a 1/8 Allen wrenchFeatures:Machined aerospace grade aluminum Replaceable stainless steel jaws Replaceable cutters Spring loaded Great for salt or freshwater Carrying sheath and lanyard included Satin anodized finish will not rustSpecs:Dimensions: 7.25 inchesWeight: 0.7UPC: 816332000997Model Number: BP-CO |
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Fly Fishing: Fly Tying, Bibliography of Fly Fishing, Bibliography of Fly Fishing (Fly Tying, Stories, Fiction), Bibliography of Fly $14.14 Fly Fishing: Fly Tying, Bibliography of Fly Fishing, Bibliography of Fly Fishing (Fly Tying, Stories, Fiction), Bibliography of Fly |
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Introduction To Fly Fishing $13.99 Introduction To Fly Fishing |
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Fly Fishing For Bass and Panfish $13.99 Fly Fishing For Bass and Panfish |
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Fly Fishing Trout Streams $13.99 Fly Fishing Trout Streams |
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Practical Fly Fishing $13.88 Practical Fly Fishing |
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Dry Fly Fishing (1922) $20.39 Dry Fly Fishing (1922) |
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The Science Of Dry Fly Fishing $15.93 The Science Of Dry Fly Fishing |
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Practical Dry-Fly Fishing $16.44 Practical Dry-Fly Fishing |
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Fly Fishing BC’s Interior $15.52 Fly Fishing BC’s Interior |
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The Southeast’s Best Fly Fishing $19.86 The Southeast’s Best Fly Fishing |
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Dry Fly Trout Fishing $28.45 Dry Fly Trout Fishing |
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Fly Fishing the Arkansas $14.99 Fly Fishing the Arkansas |
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Trout Fly-Fishing in America $30.63 Trout Fly-Fishing in America |
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Fly Fishing Georgia $18.01 Fly Fishing Georgia |
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Fly Fishing the California Delta $31.08 Fly Fishing the California Delta |
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Fly-fishing in Maine Lakes $22.97 Fly-fishing in Maine Lakes |
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Salmonia; Or: Days of Fly Fishing $18.99 Salmonia; Or: Days of Fly Fishing |
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The Fly Fishing Anthology $23.21 The Fly Fishing Anthology |
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Salmonia: Or, Days of Fly Fishing $18.99 Salmonia: Or, Days of Fly Fishing |
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The Fly-Fishing Predator $16.63 The Fly-Fishing Predator |
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Recreational Fishing Lists: Bibliography of Fly Fishing, Bibliography of Fly Fishing (Fly Tying, Stories, Fiction, Bibliography of Fly Fishing $19.99 Recreational Fishing Lists: Bibliography of Fly Fishing, Bibliography of Fly Fishing (Fly Tying, Stories, Fiction, Bibliography of Fly Fishing |
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Essential Fly Fishing $11.49 Essential Fly Fishing |
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Smallmouth Fly Fishing $20.3 Smallmouth Fly Fishing |
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Saltwater Fly Fishing Knots $5.99 Saltwater Fly Fishing Knots |
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Fly Fishing Tailwaters $33.3 Fly Fishing Tailwaters |
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$138.95 Fishpond Barracuda Fly Fishing Pliers Aqua Blue NEW Model Number: BP-AB |
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$128.95 Fishpond Barracuda Fly Fishing Pliers Gunmetal NEW Model Number:BP-G |
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$138.95 Fishpond Barracuda Fly Fishing Pliers Orange Model Number:BP-CO |