Booms Fishing Long Nose Pliers: 11.5" Saltwater & Freshwater Hook Remover for Bass Snook…
- Pliers & Hook Remover
- Carbon Steel
- Ergonomic
- 1
A long-reach, corrosion-resistant hook removal tool that reviewers rate well for both saltwater and freshwater fish, provided you rinse it after salt exposure as directed.
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How it ranks among the 106 pliers & hook removers we track
4.6★ across 59 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
59 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
An 11.5 inch needle nose pliers built for saltwater and freshwater hook removal, with a PTFE coated carbon steel body, bent nose tip and a wrist lanyard.
The extended length and angled tip target deep-set hooks on bigger fish rather than light panfish work, and the coating is meant to resist salt corrosion, though the maker itself notes rinsing after use to protect the hinge. Reviewers have also repurposed them for boat maintenance tasks like fender snap fittings, a sign of solid general-purpose grip strength.
- 11.5 inch needle nose reach
- Bent nose tip for tight spaces
- PTFE coated carbon steel
- Includes adjustable wrist lanyard
Who it's for
Good for anglers targeting bass, snook, trout and similar species who need reach into a fish's mouth and some rust resistance for salt exposure. Not aimed at fly anglers needing a small, pocket-sized tool.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Anglers report the pliers work well for catfish, musky, flounder and sea bass, with several calling out the grip comfort and salt resistance as strong points. The most common complaint isn't the tool itself but losing track of it on the water, and one reviewer adapted them for boat fender snap repairs.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Extra reach for deep or awkward hook sets
- Comfortable non-slip grip with lanyard
- Corrosion resistant for saltwater use with rinsing
- Easy to misplace on the water
- Hinge can rust if not rinsed after salt
Specifications
| Brand | Booms |
|---|---|
| Model | BAFTXW1111B1U |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Carbon Steel |
| Handle Material | Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) |
| Color | Blue & Gray |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Wrist Lanyard |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Specific Uses For Product | Hook Removal in Fishing |
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How it compares
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| Booms Fishing Long Nose Pliers: 11.5" Saltwater & Freshwater Hook Remover for Bass Snook…This product | 4.6 / 5 | 59 | 3.9 / 5 |
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Questions about the Booms BAFTXW1111B1U
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Are these pliers safe for saltwater fishing?
Yes, the carbon steel is PTFE coated for corrosion resistance, though the maker recommends rinsing after each use to keep the hinge from rusting.
What size fish are these pliers meant for?
The 11.5 inch length and reach are built for bass, snook, trout and similar sized fish, with one reviewer using them successfully on catfish too.
Do the pliers come with anything to keep from losing them?
Yes, they include an adjustable wrist lanyard, which one reviewer says is the only thing keeping the tool from disappearing into a tackle bag.