Each of these top of the line handmade Calusa Cast Nets are manufactured with an easy-to-throw six-panel construction. The copolymer monofilament mesh has a softer feel while spreading farther on the cast and laying flatter than any other net manufactured. Equipped with a Roscoe swivel and a 2-1/4" opening at the horn for uninhibited rotation during the throw. No. 12 bonded nylon handline. Comes in a 3-gallon bucket for easy storage. 1-1/2 pounds/foot.
Crafted with the same six-panel construction as the Calusa net, the Cracker Cast Net is constructed with top-quality monofilament for a smooth cast and flat laydown. No. 9 nylon handline. Includes a 2-1/2-gallon bucket for storage. 1/2" opening at the horn. 1-1/2" pounds/foot. Handline length: 32 ft. Mesh size: 3/8", 1/2". Radius: 6-ft., 8-ft., 10-ft.
I had to give a 5 star rating simply because of the gentleman who said the handline was a little stiff. When I read that I just smiled because that is exactly what I would want. I'm originally from Fl and my dad made casting nets from scratch. Bag nets, not brail nets. He made them out of nylon, #4 for the header and #3 for the body. He taught me how to make them also. Made for mullet fishing. Anyway, after the net was completed he treated the entire net and handline with a mixture of white gas and varnish. 1/2 & 1/2. When it was dry the net and hand line had a stiffness to it. Very good preservative. It won't stay stiff all that long with plenty of use so I can't wait to get my hands on the 10' bait casting net. As far as throwing a cast net, can do it all day long! :-)
As an aspiring Charter Capt in Florida catching bait is key to a successful day. The Calusa net is soft, supple and throws like a dream. Catching Snook is tough enough don't let bait be an obstacle before your day even starts.
I thought I was buying the best, but it doesn't throw any better than the cheapest 8' I already have. Don't waste your money on this net. My biggest complaint is the hand line is to stiff.