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Baker · Hook Removers & Jaw Spreaders
Baker MS8 Mouth Spreader, 8 in, Galvanized Steel
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- Item weight
- 0.1 Pounds
- Product dimensions
- 8"L x 8"W
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An 8 in galvanized spring steel spreader that locks fish mouths open safely.
The Baker MS8 is an 8-inch spring-steel mouth spreader that locks a fish's jaws open so hooks and lures can be worked out with your hands clear of the teeth. It suits anglers who handle pike, musky, walleye, bluefish or barracuda. It weighs about a tenth of a pound, so it rides easily in a tackle box or vest pocket.
Best for
- Removing hooks from pike, musky, and walleye
- Anglers handling large sharp-toothed fish
- Tackle box safety tool
Skip if
- You fish gentle species like panfish
- You prefer needle-nose pliers
Strengths
- Spring-steel design instantly locks fish mouth wide open
- Galvanized steel resists corrosion and lasts many seasons
- Safe alternative to hand removal from sharp species
- Simple one-handed operation keeps angler safe
Trade-offs
- Large 8 in size takes up tackle box space
- May stress or injure delicate fish species
- Requires practice to operate smoothly and safely
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
Specifications
| Type | mouth spreader |
|---|---|
| Length | 8 in |
| Material | Hand-drawn galvanized spring steel |
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