Gill Nets · #1
Pocket Gill Net
5col Survival Supply
#1
Pocket Gill Net
5col Survival Supply
Gear
Why it made the list
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.
Pros
- Incredible 23 ft reach in a 5 oz package
- Integral top and bottom rigging strings
- Made in the USA
Cons
- Black mesh is less visible in clear water
- Top string only is not weighted; add a small sinker in current
Best uses
- Bug-out bags
- Backpacking fishing kits
- Emergency waterline food source
Where to buy the Pocket Gill Net
Buy direct from the maker when you can; prices and stock change often, so check the current offer.
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