Butterfish Fishing Net 108mm Clear Mesh 4.25 Inch, Ready To Fish, Action Fishing Nets, NZ Anglers, 20 To 60m Options
Built for New Zealand’s butterfish fishery—not a generic import—the Butterfish Fishing Net 4.25" combines a clear 108 mm mesh with a purpose-tuned 25‑mesh depth to fish cleanly along rocky coasts and seaweed beds. From North Cape to the Snares Islands, it’s engineered to set fast, hold shape in moderate turbulence, and bring butterfish to hand with fewer hassles. Why anglers choose 108 mm clear mesh for butterfish
- Right-size openings for butterfish: The 108 mm (4.25") full mesh size aligns with butterfish body profile, helping retain target fish while letting water and weed slip through efficiently.
- Low-visibility, high-awareness: Clear monofilament stays discreet to fish yet stays visible enough for you to track the net and read what’s happening under the surface.
- 25‑mesh working depth: The net hangs as a stable curtain through the strike zone where butterfish kelp fronds and rocky crevices, improving contact without excessive drag. Ready-to-fish build you can see
Every detail is tuned for real conditions. The tough, 0.50 mm nylon monofilament balances strength with easy handling on deck or shore. A pre-rigged float line with high-buoyancy orange floats (as shown) helps the net ride correctly against swell and current, so your mesh fishes rather than folds. The clear mesh and tidy rigging make quick sets and quicker hauls possible during short bite windows. Where this net excels
- Weed-dense edges: Work the kelp line where butterfish graze; the curtain depth helps intercept cruising fish without snagging unnecessarily.
- Rocky points and channels: The mesh size and line control maintain shape in moving water common around headlands and reefy ground.
- Shore or boat: From beach slips and ledges to small boats, dinghies, and kayaks, the balanced construction keeps deployment straightforward.
- Typical working depths: 0–20 m as standard, with scope to push deeper in calmer southern waters when conditions allow. Length options that match your water
Choose 20 m, 30 m, 40 m, or 60 m to suit access, boat size, and coastline. Shorter nets turn fast in confined kelp pockets; longer nets extend coverage along broad weed beds or contouring reef edges. Custom longer builds are available for specialized sets and retrieval systems. Specification snapshot
- Category: Sporting Goods >Outdoor Recreation >Fishing >Fishing Nets
- Target species: butterfish (greenbone)
- Mesh: 108 mm full mesh (4.25") clear nylon monofilament
- Twine diameter: 0.50 mm
- Depth: 25 meshes (purpose-tuned working curtain)
- Lengths: 20 m, 30 m, 40 m, 60 m; custom longer by request
- Status: Ready to fish on arrival Real-world advantages over generic nets
- NZ-habitat tuned: Mesh size and depth are matched to butterfish browsing behavior in kelp and rocky structure, so you spend less time untangling weed and more time fishing.
- Faster, cleaner sets: Clear mesh and organized rigging help you read the net underwater and adjust position quickly when wind or current shifts.
- Smart retention: The 108 mm mesh supports confident catch holding while helping reduce nuisance bycatch compared to “one-size-fits-all" meshes. Tips for better butterfish results
- Set on the edge: Run the net parallel to kelp lines or along rocky contours where butterfish naturally graze.
- Keep it tight: Maintain light tension so the curtain stands and fishes rather than billows; adjust end anchors as the tide turns.
- Mind the window: Deploy during active feed periods and retrieve before swell or current overwhelms the set. Care and longevity
- Rinse with fresh water after each use to remove salt and weed particles.
- Dry out of direct sun to preserve monofilament strength and flexibility.
- Inspect knots and panels regularly; repair small abrasions early to prevent gear loss.
- Store fully dry in a cool, ventilated space between trips. Who it’s made for
- Weekend shore anglers working rugged coastlines who want reliable, repeatable butterfish sets.
- Small-boat crews needing a net that handles easily, fishes cleanly in moderate turbulence, and hauls without drama.
- Anglers focused on visibility and control—see the net, see the catch, and make smarter adjustments mid-set. The Action Fishing Nets difference
Action Fishing Nets builds gear for the realities of New Zealand water: weed, rock, current, and quick weather shifts. This butterfish model reflects that on-the-water experience—clear, correctly sized mesh; practical depth; and ready-to-fish rigging that holds up season after season.