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Make Fishing Easier and Safer with Hook Removers
Every angler knows how challenging it can be to remove a hook. Buying fish hook removers can simplify the process so that the next time you’re fishing, it is safer, more efficient, and less harmful to the fish. Designed to quickly extract fishing hooks from a fish's mouth, gills, or body, these practical tools can make all the difference in your fishing experience.
Explore our selection of hook removers at Fishing Superstore to upgrade your tackle set. Featuring trusted brands like Mustad, Afishlure, Fin Tackle, and Austackle, we have the best fish hook extractor for every angler.
Why Do You Need a Hook Remover?
When a fish is hooked, time is of the essence for both the fish's survival and the angler's efficiency. Traditional methods of hook removal using bare hands can be difficult, dangerous, and potentially lethal to fish.
Fishing hook removers allow for quick, precise extractions that minimise tissue damage and stress on the fish. They are particularly useful for catch-and-release fishing, giving fish the best chance of survival.
Fish hook removers also protect you from potential injuries caused by the sharp bait hooks or fish’s teeth and spines. They provide precision and leverage, helping you safely remove hooks even from deep inside a fish’s mouth.
Using a hook remover is also better for your gear. Traditional J-hooks and treble hooks penetrate deeply, so anglers often bend or snap them when trying to unhook. A fishing hook extractor ensures a cleaner release to protect your gear from damage.
Benefits of a Quality Fish Hook Extractor
- Reduced fish mortality. Efficient hook removal minimises bleeding and tissue damage.
- Faster release times. Less handling stress improves fish survival rates.
- Improved safety. Your hands are protected from sharp hooks and fish teeth/spines.
- Increased efficiency. Less time spent struggling with difficult hooks.
- Conservation support. Fishing hook removers promote responsible catch-and-release practices.
Choosing the Right Fish Hook Remover for Your Fishing Style
Fishing hook removers come in various designs for different fishing scenarios. For example, larger fish require sturdier tools with more leverage, while saltwater anglers should pay more attention to material selection, opting for corrosion-resistant stainless steel or anodised aluminium.
At Fishing Superstore, we offer a diverse range of fish hook removers to suit every need.
Plier-Style Hook Removers
Fishing pliers are useful, multifunctional tools. They can remove hooks, cut fishing lines, bend wires, change split rings, and even cut the shank of a hook. The high-quality plier-style hook removers at Fishing Superstore feature durable aluminium alloy construction, ergonomic design, and integrated locking mechanisms. They are lightweight, reliable, and convenient.
Trigger-Style Hook Extractors
Trigger-style removers provide one-handed operation and are perfect for quick hook removal. They feature a pistol-grip handle with a trigger mechanism to activate the hook removal process.
Trigger-style hook extractors can remove jig hooks ranging from tiny size-20s up to size-1/0 without requiring excessive force.
Specialised Dehooking Tools
Dehooking tools complement fishing hook removers to make challenging extractions more manageable:
- Choose deep-throat dehookers with extended shafts to reach hooks lodged deep in a fish's mouth or throat.
- Use jaw spreaders to protect your hands from teeth. They are particularly useful when dealing with large or aggressive species.
- Try T-handle hook extractors for removing larger hooks from bigger game fish.
Get Your Hook Remover at Fishing Superstore
At Fishing Superstore, we strive to offer the best quality baits, tackle and terminal tackle in Australia. Shopping with us, you get access to quality hook removers, fishing pliers, and multi-purpose tools from leading brands like Fin Tackle, Mustad, Afishlure, and Austackle. We also offer exceptional service with a friendly support team ready to assist you.
Don’t let a stubborn hook ruin your fishing trip—upgrade your gear today with a reliable fishing hook remover from Fishing Superstore.
Frequently Asked Questions
The most efficient way to remove a hook from a fish is to use a proper fish hook remover or fishing pliers. You should firmly grasp the fish with a wet hand or glove, keep the fish in water if possible, and grasp the hook bend with the tool. Then, push down slightly, gently twist, and back the hook out following the angle it entered.
If the fish is deeply hooked, it may be better to cut the line close to the hook rather than attempting removal.
Fish hook removers help grip the hook precisely, allowing you to extract it with minimal damage. While all tools are designed for the same goal, various remover types work differently. For instance, plier-style hook removers use jaws to grip the hook's bend and twist the hook out. Trigger or pistol-grip removers slide down the fishing line to the hook, encircle it at the bend, and then squeeze the hook point to release it.
If a fish is deeply hooked, removing the hook can be risky for survival. The best method depends on the situation. For most cases, use a deep-throat hook remover or long-nose pliers that can reach the hook. Push the hook through, snip it off the barb, and then remove it along the same path it entered.
If the hook is in the gut or too deep to safely remove, just cut the line as close to the hook as possible.
If removing the hook would cause excessive harm, it is better to leave the hook in and cut the line as close as possible. Studies show that if the hook corrodes, most fish can expel it naturally over time or survive with minimal impact. Stainless steel hooks will not dissolve when caught in the fish’s mouth or gut.
A strong pair of fishing pliers with a wire-cutting section is the best tool for cutting a fish hook. You may also use heavy-duty bolt cutters or side cutters for larger hooks, such as those used for saltwater fishing.
A fish's survival chances may vary from days to years, depending on the hook material and the location of the injury. Hooks in the lip or mouth area generally have less impact on survival than hooks in the gills, throat, or gut. Studies show that hooks in lip tissue usually become encapsulated in scar tissue or eventually rust and fall out. However, stainless steel hooks may remain intact indefinitely, while carbon steel hooks will take 6 months to dissolve in freshwater environments. The fish's species, size, and overall health also affect survival rates. Survival chances decrease if the hook obstructs feeding or causes infection.
To remove a hook without harming the fish, you should work quickly but carefully, avoiding excessive force or twisting. Follow these steps:
- Keep the fish in the water or at least minimise air exposure.
- Wet your hands before handling to protect the fish's slime coat.
- Use proper fish handling techniques—support the fish's weight horizontally.
- Use a fish hook remover and back the hook out along its line of entry. For barbed hooks, push the hook through until the barb is exposed, then clip it off before backing out the hook.
- If the hook is deeply embedded or near vital organs, cut the line rather than risk further injury.