Capt. Mike explains his picks for the best harpoons and gaffs for tuna fishing from a smaller boat in the waters surrounding Cape Cod, MA.

Feb 19, 2020 · All gaffs feature a solid handhold, whether that’s foam grips, tuna-cord wraps or a wrist lanyard. With any of those, gloves still help mitigate a slimy, wet handle during critical moments at the gunwale. AFTCO’s two most popular fishing gaffs are 4- …

Oct 10, 2022 · Gaff the tuna behind the fish’s gill plate. The gill plate holds a fish’s gills and comprises the firm, bone-like sections on the front left and right sides of a tuna’s body. Aim the point of your gaff for just behind the gill plate.

Sep 5, 2019 · In general, a flying gaff should only be used on tuna, billfish and large sharks weighing over 200lbs. Hook sizes should be selected to be approximately ⅓ to ½ the width of the maximum body diameter of the fish to be flying gaffed.

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Speed, strength, and proper technique are all important when you gaff a tuna.

"TUNA CONTROL" TM GAFFS. If you fish for tuna or any other big game fish, you need these gaffs on your boat. The shaft will not kink and the gaffs float. They have been tested by many hard core commercial and charter fisherman. The Tuna Control gaff is 6 feet long with a 5" hook. The

"TUNA CONTROL"TM GAFFS If you fish for tuna or any other big game fish, you need these gaffs on your boat. The shaft will not kink and the gaffs float...

Titanium flying gaffs with carbon fiber custom handles available in 10" and 12" hooks, add a flipper barb as an option. Titanium is 3-4 times stronger than stainless steel and substantially lighter! Best flying gaffs on the market hands down!

Triton Tuna Tackle Fiberglass Gaffs feature a stainless steel hook, fiberglass shaft and foam handle. They are also equipped with an adjustable loop at the end.