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Calamus · Cast Nets
Calamus Cast Net, 3ft Radius, 3/8 in Mesh, 0.72-0.78 lb/ft
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- Item weight
- 1.57 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 7.56 x 7.48 x 6.3 inches
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A 3 ft radius cast net with zinc-plated sinkers and six-hole sectioned horn for baitfish and mullet capture.
This Calamus cast net has a 3-foot radius and 3/8-inch mesh, a size suited to throwing for baitfish in fresh or salt water. Zinc-plated steel weights pull the nylon monofilament mesh down, and a sectioned horn is meant to keep the net from tangling as you gather it. It comes with a mesh storage bag, a bucket and a repair kit, so a first-time thrower has what is needed to carry and look after it.
Best for
- Capturing live baitfish in estuaries and coastal areas
- Saltwater shrimping and mullet netting
- Cast net fishing from dock or wading
Skip if
- You need a larger radius for open water
- You prefer throwing from a kayak or boat
Strengths
- Zinc-plated sinkers provide fast, uniform sinking action
- Sectioned horn reduces tangles on retrieval
- 33 ft braided sink line is strong and fast-sinking
- Monofilament mesh resists deformation under pressure
Trade-offs
- 3 ft radius limits reach compared to 6 ft nets
- Heavy weight at cast makes it tiring for extended use
- Requires practice to throw effectively
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | cast net |
|---|---|
| Radius | 3 ft |
| Mesh size | 3/8 in |
| Weight rating | 0.72-0.78 lb/ft |
| Sinkers | Zinc-plated steel |
| Sink line | 33 ft braided |
| Hand strap | 2.36 in neoprene |
| Sectioned horn | 6-hole |
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