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Military Gill Net
Survival Aids
A NATO-style survival net recommended by former SAS author Chris Ryan. 3 m x 1.4 m with 26 mm square mesh, top floatline, bottom leadline and corner loops for quick tie-outs. Packs to 16 x 11 x 6 cm and works in fresh or salt water.
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Hiker Gill Net
Nets & More
The lightest ready-to-fish net in the roundup. 3.5 ft by 23 ft with 1.5-inch mesh, top and bottom strings tied in, and a weight under 3 oz that fits in the palm of your hand. Made in the USA from nylon multifilament.
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Military Gill Net | Hiker Gill Net |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 3 m x 1.4 m | 3.5 ft x 23 ft |
| Mesh Size | 26 mm square | 1.5 inch |
| Material | Nylon | Nylon Multifilament |
| Packed Size | 16 x 11 x 6 cm | — |
| Type | Survival Gill Net | — |
| Water Use | Fresh or Salt | — |
| Maker | — | Nets & More |
| Weight | — | Under 3 oz |
| Origin | — | USA |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Military Gill Net
- Extremely compact and lightweight for easy kit inclusion
- Comes rigged with float and lead lines, ready for immediate deployment
- Durable nylon construction resists rot and wear
- Versatile for both fresh and saltwater environments
- Proven design trusted in survival applications
- Small mesh primarily targets smaller fish
- Requires careful deployment to avoid snags and tears
- Passive method, results can be unpredictable
Hiker Gill Net
- Extremely lightweight, barely noticeable in a pack
- Exceptional packability, fits into a small space
- Ready to deploy right out of the package
- Effective for small to medium-sized fish
- Made in the USA, reliable construction
- Not durable for heavy or frequent use
- Limited to smaller fish species
- Can be damaged easily by snags or large catches
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