Needle Nose Pliers Fishing,Fishing Pliers,9 in Fishing Pliers Hook Remover,Carbon Review
Our verdict
The Needle Nose 9 inch Fishing Pliers cost just $11.99 and carry a 4.4 star rating across 81 reviews, making them the cheapest carbon steel option in this comparison. With 100+ bought last month, demand is real but modest next to the Berkley's 500+, so this is a budget pick rather than a proven bestseller.
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Anglers on a budget who want a 9 inch carbon steel plier for hook removal without paying Texas SR-5 prices. At $11.99, it is priced closest to the Rapala RCP6 and Berkley BTSTLP6, the two cheapest alternatives here.
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Skip it if review depth matters most. At 81 reviews, this is the smallest sample of any plier in this set, well under the Texas SR-5's 396 or the Berkley's 848, so buyers wanting a long track record should look elsewhere.
- Material Carbon Steel
- Weight 0.28 Kilograms
- Color Orange
- Pieces 1.0 Count
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 81 owner ratings
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Popularity1.4/5
81 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other fishing gear and tackle we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
A 9 inch pair of pliers built from carbon steel is meant for anglers who want reach and grip for hook removal without carrying a bulky multi-tool. The Needle Nose Fishing Pliers weigh 0.28 kilograms, come in an orange finish, and ship as a single 1 count unit for $11.99. That price puts it right alongside the $11.97 Rapala RCP6 and just above the $10.99 Berkley BTSTLP6, making it one of the cheapest carbon steel pliers tracked in this comparison.
The rating tells a mixed story. At 4.4 stars across 81 reviews, this plier matches the Berkley BTSTLP6's 4.4 star average but falls short of the 4.6 stars held by both the Texas SR-5 and Rapala RCP6. Review volume is the bigger gap. With only 81 reviews, it trails every other plier in this set, including the Rapala's 544 and the Berkley's 848.
Demand looks steady at 100+ units bought last month, though that is a fraction of the Berkley's 500+ and half the Rapala's 200+. For anglers who mainly need an inexpensive, functional plier for hook removal and are not concerned with brand history or review count, the price and carbon steel build make a reasonable case. Buyers who weigh review volume heavily will find better-established options elsewhere in this comparison.
Pros
- Cheapest carbon steel plier in this comparison at $11.99
- 9 inch size and 0.28 kilogram weight give reach without excess bulk
- 4.4 star rating matches the Berkley BTSTLP6's average
- 100+ units bought last month shows ongoing sales
- Ships as a single 1 count unit in an orange finish for visibility
Cons
- Only 81 reviews, the lowest volume of any plier in this set
- 4.4 star rating trails the 4.6 stars of the Texas SR-5 and Rapala RCP6
- 100+ bought last month is well behind the Berkley's 500+ and Rapala's 200+
- Carbon steel needs more corrosion care than stainless steel in saltwater use
- No stated extra feature like the Texas SR-5's split-ring function
Specifications
| Material | Carbon Steel |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.28 Kilograms |
| Color | Orange |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
Performance notes
Carbon steel gives this 9 inch plier stiffness and edge retention for line cutting, but it does not resist corrosion as well as the stainless steel used in the Texas SR-5 and Berkley BTSTLP6, so saltwater anglers would want to rinse and dry it after use. At 0.28 kilograms, it sits in a middle weight range, heavier than a compact aluminum plier but not unwieldy in a tackle bag. The 9 inch length gives more reach into a fish's mouth than the 6 inch Berkley BTSTLP6, which matters when removing hooks set deep or working with larger fish. The orange finish is a practical touch, since bright colors are easier to spot at the bottom of a tackle box or on a boat deck. The listed specs do not include jaw type or whether it has a built-in line cutter, so anglers who need those features specifically should confirm before buying.
What buyers say
An 81 review count is thin next to the rest of this field, but the 4.4 star average that comes with it matches the Berkley BTSTLP6 exactly, suggesting satisfaction levels are consistent even at lower volume. The Texas SR-5 and Rapala RCP6 both average 4.6 stars, a modest step up, though neither guarantees a better experience for every buyer. The 100+ bought last month figure shows this is an active listing, just not yet at the scale of the Berkley's 500+ or the Rapala's 200+. Read together, the pattern suggests a newer or smaller-volume product that is earning respectable marks without the review history of its established competitors.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Needle Nose Fishing Pliers made of?
It is built from carbon steel, weighs 0.28 kilograms, and comes in an orange finish as a single 1 count unit. At $11.99, it is one of the more affordable carbon steel pliers in this comparison, priced close to the Rapala RCP6 and Berkley BTSTLP6.
How many reviews does this fishing plier have?
It has 81 reviews with a 4.4 star average, the smallest review count in this comparison. The Texas SR-5 has 396, the Rapala RCP6 has 544, and the Berkley BTSTLP6 has 848, so this listing has far less review history to draw on.
Is this a good budget option compared to other fishing pliers?
At $11.99, it is one of the cheapest pliers in this set, priced almost identically to the $11.97 Rapala RCP6 and slightly above the $10.99 Berkley BTSTLP6. If price is the top priority and 100+ units bought last month is enough proof of demand, it is a reasonable budget choice.