I don’t know about you but I am always impressed by anyone who invests their hard earned money in the surfcasting market. Say what you want but this market is smaller than most of us think, at least it is when it comes to big boys tailoring the products to us. Most of the time we get to use stuff intended for other use. Korkers were never really meant for Montauk, Yo Zuri Surface cruiser was made for offshore boys and on and on… This is why when I find a product that is designed for surfcasters, I can’t wait to tell everyone I know.
There are some products out there that are highly priced because they are handmade and I always cringed at the idea of recommending something that cost an arm and a leg. But to be honest, most of these products, like bags, are custom made for you so the price is definitely justifiable.
However, when I find a product that is functional AND priced right (in my opinion) I want to get on the roof and shout. I also have friends who would rather keep it to themselves and never tell a soul. To each its own, love me or hate me, but I get nothing out of telling you this. But you might get something out of it…if nothing else, another good affordable tool.
I been a Van Staal pliers user from the day they came out on the market and they are still on my belt to this day. They served me well for many years without a problem. Yes, I know that they don’t cut hooks. I don’t carry pliers that cut hooks, I have my Manley’s in the car. I want the pliers on my belt that cut the braid with ease, with long nose for removing hooks and still keeping my fingers away from the fish and hooks. I want a good grip, lanyard, pliers sheath. I want replaceable cutters and I want them made out of material that doesn’t rust. And I want it all for under $60
What am I on, you might be asking? 🙂
That is what I used to ask too until I I tried the pliers from Hansom Tackle in the mail few weeks ago. Scott from Hansom Tackle in NJ is a blog subscriber for awhile now..
Tungsten Carbide Cutters
Aluminum handles and center spring parts.
Stainless Steel Jaws
Aluminum split ring, carabiner and grommet.
I been using the pliers for almost a month now and yes, as it’s my habit, they have not seen fresh water yet. Neither did my Olympus camera or Boga Grip for that matter. If you are going to try something, might as well give it to the guy that will never rinse it 🙂
I am very impressed with the grip, design, style and length. I am thrilled that they come with a Layard AND pouch with a belt loop. But by far, I am the most impressed the way they cut braid and mono. I swear to you Continue reading
I know some of you in the northern parts are sucking wind but on Long Island ,NY, this was one of the best weeks of the year. Even boys in NJ got onto some crazy action last few days. I’ve seen peanut bunker, mullet, jacks, spearing, adult bunker, snappers, kingfish, sand eels and baby weakfish, all being either chas 
Last year , somewhere around this time I gave my mojo Lordship A40 to a customer I was guiding. He preceded to snap it off on a first cast. I still cringe when I remember watching that plug sail into the drink. I do have a picture of it, small consolation but nonetheless, a memento.
