Spring-loaded aluminum fishing pliers with carbide line cutters and a sheath. People pick them for a strong, comfortable grip when pulling hooks and cutting line.
Specs
- Version listed on maker site: Magniplier – Salt (product 31-003556N), with Salt Rx corrosion-resistant finish
- Overall length: 7.6 in
- Width: 2.5 in
- Weight: 5.3 oz
- Handle: hot-forged, anodized aluminum
- Cutters: exchangeable, reversible carbide
- Jaw tips: exchangeable, held by outboard fasteners
- Lock: plunge lock; spring-loaded
- Included: nylon sheath with belt loop and D-ring, coiled lanyard
- Warranty: limited lifetime
- Price on maker site: $100; shown sold out with "inventory on the way" (Oct 2026)
What reviewers say
Reviewers like the grip. The finger choil and offset nose make the pliers easy to hold and aim, and the build feels well above cheap pliers. Both Man Makes Fire and Pro Tool Reviews explain that the jaw tips are built with a slight gap so the cutters close first; a firm squeeze closes the tips. The cutters handle mono and fine tippet well but are weaker on braid. Pro Tool Reviews wished the pliers were about an inch longer for deep-hooked fish, found the plunge lock a bit loose, and noted the black handles get hot in Florida sun.
Good
- Comfortable, secure grip with finger choil
- Replaceable jaws and reversible carbide cutters
- Corrosion-resistant finish for salt water
- Sheath and lanyard included
- Lifetime warranty
Not so good
- $100 is a lot for pliers
- A bit short for deeply swallowed hooks
- Cutters are not great on braided line
- Lock felt loose to one tester
- Out of stock on the maker site right now
Who it's for
Anglers who fish often, especially in salt water or from a kayak, and want pliers that last. Skip them if you mainly fish braid or need long-nose pliers for deep hooks.
Sources
Last checked 2026-10-19. Specs from the maker; review notes summarized in our own words.