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#1 on this list
Pocket Gill Net
5col Survival Supply
A 23-foot-long gill net that fits in a cargo pocket and weighs only five ounces. The 1.5-inch square mesh is sized for eating fish, and the integral top and bottom strings make it a true ready-to-fish package. American-made and the most versatile length in the test.
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ASE Survival Gill Net
Best Glide ASE
The survival-gill-net standard used in aviation and wilderness kits. A 12 ft x 4 ft monofilament net with 1.5-inch survival mesh, weighted foot rope and floating top rope so it hangs correctly without extra rigging. Meets current FAA guidance and doubles as a small-game snare.
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Pocket Gill Net | ASE Survival Gill Net |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 5 ounces | — |
| Length | 23 feet | — |
| Mesh Size | 1.5 inch square | 1.5 inch (square) |
| Material | Nylon | Monofilament |
| Origin | USA | — |
| Deployment | Ready-to-use | — |
| Dimensions | — | 12 ft x 4 ft |
| Features | — | Weighted foot rope, floating top rope |
| Compliance | — | Meets FAA guidance |
| Alternative Use | — | Small game snare |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Pocket Gill Net
- Ready-to-deploy with integral top and bottom lines
- Extremely lightweight and compact, fits in a pocket
- Optimal 1.5-inch mesh for survival-sized fish
- Durable nylon construction for repeated use
- Versatile 23-foot length for various water bodies
- Requires careful deployment and retrieval to avoid tangles
- May require additional floats/weights for specific setups
- Not legal for recreational use in all jurisdictions
ASE Survival Gill Net
- Integrated weighted and float lines for easy deployment
- Dual-purpose: effective for fishing and small game snaring
- Extremely compact and lightweight for survival kits
- Meets rigorous FAA survival equipment standards
- Durable monofilament construction resists rot
- Mesh size limits catch to smaller fish species
- Monofilament can tangle easily if not handled carefully
- Not suitable for large-scale or recreational fishing
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