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Originally Posted by AndrewT
Hook cutters can be a big help at times (not all the time). If the barb end is showing, cut below the barb as low as possible, then slide the rest of the hook out using pliers. Helps a lot if you have two people, one to hold the fish, one to operate on it.
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I carry a pair of diagonal pliers (dikes) with me and can usually cut the hook close to the point and get it out as AndrewT stated. They will work on thin wire hooks and if you can get enough pressure cut through some of the thicker gauge wire as well.
I beat myself up when i have to release one with a hook in its gut. My only solace is that I have caught bass with a hook coming out of their anus!
Diagonal plier example.
http://www.amazon.com/Stanley-84-105...dp/B0001IW89W/
