Super User CWB Posted October 15, 2015 Super User Posted October 15, 2015 My trusty Rapala digital scale is starting to show signs of age. Although it is not a grip, it was an extremely accurate scale. Looking for suggestions for a grip with a scale. Don't mention Boga grip. Can't afford and only read to 1/4 lb. My son just bought a small 30 lb pistol grip model with digital scale on clearance at Dick's and we weighed a 5lb weight from his set and it was 5.01 lbs. He got the last one for $28.00. It is Field and Stream brand. Not sure how long it will last. any thought or suggestions? 30lb. is fine. Quote
Super User A-Jay Posted October 15, 2015 Super User Posted October 15, 2015 Here you go ~ http://www.ebay.com/itm/The-Fish-Grip-Jr-Black-7-Floating-Fishing-Gripper-Holder-Lip-Grip-Grabber-New-/321831631919?hash=item4aeea8fc2f:g:OhgAAOSwHnFVzJOx A-Jay 4 Quote
Super User Choporoz Posted October 15, 2015 Super User Posted October 15, 2015 Don't recall who, but someone here linked these before. I got a couple and am very happy with them. I use with my Fish Grip. http://www.ebay.com/itm/20g-40Kg-Pocket-Digital-Scale-Electronic-Hanging-Luggage-Balance-Weight-/171155983110?pt=US_Pocket_Digital_Scales&hash=item27d9b10b06 Quote
Super User Darren. Posted October 15, 2015 Super User Posted October 15, 2015 My trusty Rapala digital scale is starting to show signs of age. Although it is not a grip, it was an extremely accurate scale. Looking for suggestions for a grip with a scale. Don't mention Boga grip. Can't afford and only read to 1/4 lb. My son just bought a small 30 lb pistol grip model with digital scale on clearance at Dick's and we weighed a 5lb weight from his set and it was 5.01 lbs. He got the last one for $28.00. It is Field and Stream brand. Not sure how long it will last. any thought or suggestions? 30lb. is fine. I won't mention Boga. ... oops. But I did lose my F&S from Dick's over the summer when "tossing" it between my yak and one of my boys. Don't ask. But it was a very good scale. Pretty much as accurate as my Boga. Quote
Super User CWB Posted October 15, 2015 Author Super User Posted October 15, 2015 My mistake on the brand. It is a Quarrow but looks just like F&S. Quote
Super User CWB Posted October 15, 2015 Author Super User Posted October 15, 2015 Here you go ~ http://www.ebay.com/itm/The-Fish-Grip-Jr-Black-7-Floating-Fishing-Gripper-Holder-Lip-Grip-Grabber-New-/321831631919?hash=item4aeea8fc2f:g:OhgAAOSwHnFVzJOx A-Jay A-Jay- Is that what they use on Major League Fishing? Quote
Super User A-Jay Posted October 15, 2015 Super User Posted October 15, 2015 A-Jay- Is that what they use on Major League Fishing? Yes ~ I had emailed them and they provided the info. The scale works very well. It has a "hold" feature that automatically locks in the weight. I rather Like it. One thing I will say is that the grip was a little "small" when used in Mexico. But works fine every where else. A-Jay 3 Quote
Starchalopakis Posted October 15, 2015 Posted October 15, 2015 Here you go ~ http://www.ebay.com/itm/The-Fish-Grip-Jr-Black-7-Floating-Fishing-Gripper-Holder-Lip-Grip-Grabber-New-/321831631919?hash=item4aeea8fc2f:g:OhgAAOSwHnFVzJOx A-Jay Learned about doing it this way here at the forums, and haven't looked back since!! 2 Quote
Dogmatic Posted October 15, 2015 Posted October 15, 2015 Baker, just as good as a Boga, at half the price, and they make a digital grip too. http://www.bakerfishingtackle.com/ 1 Quote
zeth Posted October 16, 2015 Posted October 16, 2015 Fish Grip Jr. slid onto a Brecknell scale does the trick for me. 1 Quote
Super User Dwight Hottle Posted October 16, 2015 Super User Posted October 16, 2015 Baker, just as good as a Boga, at half the price, and they make a digital grip too. http://www.bakerfishingtackle.com/ Quote
Super User Dwight Hottle Posted October 16, 2015 Super User Posted October 16, 2015 If you truly think that a product at half the price of a Boga is equal you are mistaken. When it comes to spring scales bogas are the cream of the crop with no equal. If you don't believe that statement verify it with IGFA who are the governing body who certify scales for world records. 1 Quote
Evan K Posted October 16, 2015 Posted October 16, 2015 I use almost the exact same setup as A-Jay. Fish Grip Jr. coupled with a $6 fish/luggage scale from Amazon. Works beautifully every time, and I really love the Fish Grip Jr.- a solid grip without damaging the fish's jaw. 1 Quote
Dogmatic Posted October 16, 2015 Posted October 16, 2015 If you truly think that a product at half the price of a Boga is equal you are mistaken. When it comes to spring scales bogas are the cream of the crop with no equal. If you don't believe that statement verify it with IGFA who are the governing body who certify scales for world records. Have you held a Baker? Quote
Super User CWB Posted October 16, 2015 Author Super User Posted October 16, 2015 Really looking for something to weigh all those pesky 30" plus pike I've been catching along with Bass and the Rapala, though excellent for Bass, didn't hold Pike very well. One shake and they were off. Don't want to start a war but I believe all scales must be certified by the IGFA if you want to have it used for a world record, no matter the brand. Don't think IGFA recommends one over the other but could be wrong. This also does not means Bogas are not the best. They must cost that much for a reason. Just out of my budget and I prefer digital anyway. https://www.igfa.org/Fish/SCALES-AND-CERTIFICATION-.aspx 1 Quote
Super User 00 mod Posted October 16, 2015 Super User Posted October 16, 2015 Here you go ~ http://www.ebay.com/itm/The-Fish-Grip-Jr-Black-7-Floating-Fishing-Gripper-Holder-Lip-Grip-Grabber-New-/321831631919?hash=item4aeea8fc2f:g:OhgAAOSwHnFVzJOx A-Jay After using A-Jay's first hand, I promptly made my own. If anything were to go bad or missing, I would make another just the same! Love this setup! Jeff 1 Quote
Turtle135 Posted October 16, 2015 Posted October 16, 2015 One thing I will say is that the grip was a little "small" when used in Mexico. that is a problem I would like to have! 2 Quote
Super User A-Jay Posted October 16, 2015 Super User Posted October 16, 2015 that is a problem I would like to have! Agreed ~ There are worse things that could happen to a bass head & I'm not complaining. Just stating the facts. A-Jay 2 Quote
Super User CWB Posted October 16, 2015 Author Super User Posted October 16, 2015 Agreed ~ There are worse things that could happen to a bass head & I'm not complaining. Just stating the facts. A-Jay Sounds a little like rubbing it in my friend. Definitely on my bucket list. 1 Quote
bassinhole Posted October 17, 2015 Posted October 17, 2015 Really looking for something to weigh all those pesky 30" plus pike I've been catching along with Bass and the Rapala, though excellent for Bass, didn't hold Pike very well. One shake and they were off. Don't want to start a war but I believe all scales must be certified by the IGFA if you want to have it used for a world record, no matter the brand. Don't think IGFA recommends one over the other but could be wrong. This also does not means Bogas are not the best. They must cost that much for a reason. Just out of my budget and I prefer digital anyway. https://www.igfa.org/Fish/SCALES-AND-CERTIFICATION-.aspx Here's the Baker 60lb for under 60 bucks https://jet.com/product/Baker-Mfg-Baker-Grip-n-Weigh-Electronic-60-lb/4117809674d04514b82d6c174c40dd1f Quote
Super User CWB Posted October 17, 2015 Author Super User Posted October 17, 2015 After using A-Jay's first hand, I promptly made my own. If anything were to go bad or missing, I would make another just the same! Love this setup! Jeff Thanks Jeff! 1 Quote
desmobob Posted October 17, 2015 Posted October 17, 2015 The Fish Grip, combined with the digital scale of your choice, makes an excellent budget tool in my opinion. I have the $19.99 Berkley digital scale from the local Wal-Mart, and I love the thing. It's still going strong on the original battery after two season. It has some handy memory features, too. I checked the accuracy and it is excellent. Tight lines, Bob Quote
Global Moderator Bluebasser86 Posted October 20, 2015 Global Moderator Posted October 20, 2015 I use the same thing as A-Jay since he posted a picture on here. It works great and is much better for the fish than jamming a big hole through their lip or hanging them by the gill plate. 3 Quote
Super User WIGuide Posted October 20, 2015 Super User Posted October 20, 2015 One thing I will say is that the grip was a little "small" when used in Mexico. That's when you step up to the full size fish grip! 2 Quote
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