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Joy Fish Pinfish Trap-Key, Galvanized with Zinc Bar
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- Item weight
- 4.65 Pounds
- Product dimensions
- 16.5 x 13 x 11.25 inches
Quick take
A galvanized trap designed to catch pinfish and other small baitfish for saltwater rigging.
The Joy Fish Pinfish Trap-Key is a galvanized wire trap with a zinc bar, sized at about 16.5 by 13 by 11.25 inches, built for catching pinfish live. Anglers typically set it on grass flats and sand holes near coastal passes, with frozen chum or sardines inside to draw bait through its narrow entrance. It suits anglers who want a supply of fresh live bait before a day on the water.
Best for
- Catching live pinfish for live-bait rigs
- Saltwater nearshore fishing
- Bait collection from shallow waters
Skip if
- You need a general-purpose bait bucket; a live well works for broader baitfish
- You fish freshwater exclusively; pinfish are saltwater species
Strengths
- Galvanized construction resists salt corrosion
- Trap design secures live bait without harming them
- Sized for pinfish and similar small saltwater baitfish
Trade-offs
- Requires submersion in the water to catch bait, not portable storage
- Trap design means bait may escape if not checked regularly
- Heavy weight makes it less convenient for kayak fishing
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Live bait
Specifications
| Type | pinfish trap |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 16.5 x 13 x 11.25 in |
| Weight | 4.65 lbs |
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