Saltwater plier and nipper combo tool recommendations

[Stonedfish]

I seem very adapt at losing things recently while beach fishing.
First my pliers, then my nippers this weekend.
I’d like to combine those two into one tool. Flat nose pliers for crimping barbs with a nipper that are designed for saltwater use. My old pliers were about 5” long, which was a good size for my pack. Fingernail clippers aren’t going to cover the nipper part of the equation for the long run.
All suggestions welcomed.
SF

 

[DimeBrite]

I just buy a handful of cheap nippers at the fly shop and zip tie to a retracter. They rust out so fast on the salt they get replaced twice a year. The short doctor slicks pliers with cutters are still good for removing a fly inhaled by a salmon, but I never like the line cutters on forceps. The aluminum Gamakatsu pliers with line cutters are great, but maybe too large for convenient storage (they never rust out)

 

[Mossback]

Doesn't Abel make pliers too?

 

[Scudley Do Right]

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NNAPNIS?ref=clp_hp_h_pc

This is all I use. They used to have them at avid. Mine are silver but same model.

 

[the_chemist]

Doesn't Abel make pliers too?

 

[Mossback]

Van Staal Titanium Pliers With Lanyard & Sheath

Van Staal Titanium Pliers offer unmatched durability and precision for every angler's toolkit ✓ Expert Advice ✓ Price Match

www.tridentflyfishing.com

Ok, so perhaps something more compact and budget friendly is in order.

 

[Phil K]

The Gamakatsu pliers are a nice size, do what you need, are saltwater safe, and reasonably priced. I like the included sheath; it's secure yet easy to access and can attach to a pack or belt. It's also small enough to go through TSA in a carry on.

I sure do like those Titanium jobs though!

 

[Dloy]

I bought the small Abel here several years back, along with the sheath. I don’t use them often but like them too much to sell.

 

[Northern]

I've had these for years, no rusting as long as they're rinsed.
They have the split ring tip, but there are flat parts on the jaw for barb crimping.
Very light. The tether helps with the losing part

https://a.co/d/0hCGhz9u

Also on ebay for a few bucks more if you don't like amzn (bought mine before I abandoned that site)

 

[jasmillo]

I’ve had these for about 8 months now. Have not rinsed them once. I think I paid like 25 bucks at Sportsman’s. I will say I only use them on the boat and not beach fishing where things tend to get more immersed in saltwater and covered in sand and grit. For the beach, I usually have a small lanyard in my front pouch with cheap Amazon forceps, nippers, and a hook sharpening tool I usually have to replace every couple of years.

 

[Buzzy]

Good thread, Brian. Four years ago I learned that you don't use Loon's Rogue Mitten Scissor Clamps to remove a 2/0 hook from a large buck coho.... the mitten scissor clamps are great for wimpy trout.

 

[BriGuy]

My wife bought me a pair of these Loon foeceps a couple of years ago. They work great. They're srong enough to pinch barbs and can cut small hooks and wire. They handle well and can be easily clipped or unclipped from a pack or vest.

Loon Outdoors Rogue Quickdraw Forceps

Loon Outdoors Rogue Quickdraw Forceps give fly anglers fast hook removal, debarbing, line cutting, and eye clearing with locking 6 1/4 in. jaws and tacky grip.

www.fishusa.com

I use mine primarily for freshwater fishing from boat or river, so I'm not sure how long they'd hold up in the salt. No rust on mine yet.

 

[Zak]

My wife bought me a pair of these Loon foeceps a couple of years ago. They work great. They're srong enough to pinch barbs and can cut small hooks and wire. They handle well and can be easily clipped or unclipped from a pack or vest.

Loon Outdoors Rogue Quickdraw Forceps

Loon Outdoors Rogue Quickdraw Forceps give fly anglers fast hook removal, debarbing, line cutting, and eye clearing with locking 6 1/4 in. jaws and tacky grip.

www.fishusa.com

I use mine primarily for freshwater fishing from boat or river, so I'm not sure how long they'd hold up in the salt. No rust on mine yet.

I've been using those for a couple years, too, but only in fresh water. I use super cheap nippers in the salt.

 

[CanoeGuy]

These are pretty nice

Dr Slick

 

[G_Smolt]

I'm a fan of the Simms Flyweight pliers. I like the new mini sheath arrangement that easily attaches to any strap or loop. I wear it on my left wader strap, keeps 'em handy but out of the way.

 

[Zak]

I'm a fan of the Simms Flyweight pliers. I like the new mini sheath arrangement that easily attaches to any strap or loop. I wear it on my left wader strap, keeps 'em handy but out of the way.
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Oooh, I like those!

 

[tyler]

I like the Manley Super Pliers (5" model). They're similar to the Jet-Aer G96 pliers that are sadly no longer made. Perhaps my only knock on the Super Pilers would be that they're a bit heavy.

But since I lost my Super Pliers I'm back to using my old G96s until I get around to buying another pair!

 

[SSPey]

I have been using Penn 6.5” bullnose for 10 years or so. They’re cheap enough to buy several pairs for boats and bags and such. I prefer the plastic grip to metal with cold wet hands. The side cutters don’t risk accidentally cutting line when unhooking fish.






When you pick them up, they don’t feel like a finely crafted heirloom tool because of the plastic grip, but it is easy to grip. Every pair that I’ve owned or gifted had had perfect alignment of both the plier and cutting jaws, no failures, and great salt resistance. Solid, great value.