Booms Fishing R08 Fishing Hook Remover Tools Saltwater Dehooker Shark Hook Remover 10…
- Pliers & Hook Remover
- Stainless Steel
- 1
- Blue
- More reviewed than 86%
A dedicated dehooker that reviewers repeatedly call the tool they will not leave the dock without, worth the price for anyone unhooking bigger fish regularly.
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How it ranks among the 106 pliers & hook removers we track
4.5★ across 836 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
836 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
Booms Fishing's R08 is a 10 inch stainless steel dehooker with a T-handle, built to pull or push hooks free from medium to large fish including sharks. It keeps hands off the fish during release.
- 10 inch overall length, 5 inch handle
- Two-curve design for push or pull removal
- Austenitic stainless steel, corrosion resistant
- T-shaped handle for grip control
Who it's for
Boat and shore anglers targeting medium to large fish, including sharks, who want to release or unhook without touching the fish. Anglers who mainly catch small panfish, easy to unhook by hand, don't need this.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers who fish from boats describe it as essential gear, with several saying they keep a spare because it can go overboard, and multiple buyers confirm it works on sharks and larger fish without touching the animal. One reviewer called the price high for what is essentially a bent wire tool but said it works exactly as intended and they would reorder it, while another was disappointed the unit arrived with no instructions and packaging that looked previously returned.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Removes hooks without touching the fish
- Works on sharks and other large species
- 10 inch length keeps hands clear of teeth
- Priced high relative to its simple construction
- No usage instructions included in the box
Performance notes
The tool works by hooking the shank of the embedded hook and either pushing it forward off the barb or pulling it back out, depending on which curve is engaged and how the hook sits in the fish's mouth. Its 10 inch length, including a 5 inch handle, keeps hands away from teeth and sharp gill plates during the process. Austenitic stainless steel construction is built to resist corrosion from repeated saltwater exposure.
Specifications
| Brand | Booms |
|---|---|
| Model | BFFPR082TB00 |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Color | Blue |
| Item Weight | 4.2 ounces |
| Size | 10 inches |
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Questions about the Booms BFFPR082TB00
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What fish sizes is the Booms Fishing R08 built for?
Medium and large fish, with reviewers confirming it also works on sharks.
How long is the R08 hook remover?
10 inches overall with a 5 inch handle.
What material is the R08 made from?
Austenitic stainless steel, chosen for corrosion resistance in saltwater.