Pristis UTA II Fishing Pliers
- Pliers & Hook Remover
- Aluminum, Stainless Steel
- Ergonomic
- Aluminum
- Better rated than 82%
- More reviewed than 72%
A well-specified saltwater plier with real jaw and cutter detail, worth it for anglers consolidating several tools into one.
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How it ranks among the 106 pliers & hook removers we track
4.7★ across 495 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
495 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
300+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
A saltwater-oriented fishing plier with a Teflon-coated 2Cr13 stainless steel jaw and an aluminum alloy handle, built to remove hooks, work split rings and cut line in one tool.
The jaw opens 1.3 inches and carries a small hook at the tip specifically for prying open stubborn split rings, plus a replaceable tungsten carbide cutter for braid, fly line and backing. A spring return and safety lock let it run one-handed, which matters more on a moving boat than most spec sheets suggest.
- 2Cr13 stainless steel jaw with Teflon coating
- Aluminum alloy handle, 0.3 lbs
- Replaceable tungsten carbide cutter
- PVC lanyard with steel wire core and nylon holster
Who it's for
Fits anglers who want one plier to remove hooks, open split rings and cut braided or fly line, especially in saltwater where corrosion resistance matters. Less useful for anyone who only needs an occasional basic hook remover.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Teflon-coated stainless jaw resists saltwater corrosion
- Replaceable tungsten carbide line cutter
- Spring return with one-handed safety lock
- Ships with lanyard and nylon holster
- No published reviews to confirm long-term corrosion resistance
- 1.3 inch jaw opening may be tight for very large hooks
Performance notes
The Teflon coating over 2Cr13 steel is meant to resist saltwater corrosion at the jaw, while the aluminum body keeps overall weight to 0.3 lbs. The replaceable tungsten carbide cutter is positioned for braided line, fly line and backing, separate from the crimping position for split shot and single-barrel sleeves.
Specifications
| Brand | Pristis |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 4.8 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum, Stainless Steel |
| Handle Material | Aluminum |
| Color | Orange |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Ergonomic Pliers, Fish Lip Gripper, PVC Lanyard which is a spring rope that contains steel wire |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in pliers & hook removers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pristis UTA II Fishing PliersThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 495 | 4.1 / 5 |
| ZACX Fish Lip Gripper PliersZACX | 4.7 / 5 | 15,936 | 4.5 / 5 |
| KastKing Cutthroat 7 inch Fishing Split Ring PliersKastKing | 4.6 / 5 | 6,420 | 4.5 / 5 |
| TRUSCEND Easy Use Lockable Fishing Pliers with Tungsten Carbide CutterTRUSCEND | 4.6 / 5 | 2,200 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Booms Fishing H01 Small Fishing Pliers Scissors Braid Cutters Stainless Steel Fishing…Booms | 4.5 / 5 | 1,500 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the Pristis pliers & hook removers
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the Pristis UTA II jaw made of?
The jaw is 2Cr13 stainless steel with a Teflon coating, paired with an aerospace-grade aluminum alloy handle.
Can the UTA II cut braided fishing line?
Yes, it has a replaceable tungsten carbide cutter positioned for braided line, fly line and backing.
Does the plier come with a way to carry it?
It includes a PVC lanyard with a steel wire core and a nylon holster for belt attachment.