Do you guys have a fish scaler? Would it be worth it to get one?
Apr 13, 2021 09:53:19 #
Apr 13, 2021 10:12:20 #
FS Digest wrote:
Do you guys have a fish scaler? Would it be worth it to get one?
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by Andrewgquirk03
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by Andrewgquirk03
Unless you have another way to remove the scales by all means get one. Of course it depends what you are catching and how you prepare the catch for dinner.
Apr 13, 2021 11:15:28 #
I am sure I have one, but I filet everything I plan to eat. Much depends on your preference.
Apr 14, 2021 14:03:57 #
Haven't scaled a fish in over 40 years (been catching mostly trout since then) but I used to just use the back of the filet knife.
Apr 14, 2021 14:24:58 #
Apr 14, 2021 14:38:15 #
FixorFish
Loc: SW Oregon
I am usually catching trout, salmon, kokanee, and steelhead, and they usually end up on my grill or in my smoker. While I fillet the larger fish, I love to eat the skin, regardless of whatever method of cooking I choose. My solution to scales is a semi-stiff cleaning brush from the $Store, dedicated to the task of "scrubbing" the scales off under running water by the motion of scrubbing from tail to head (against the way the scales lay). It only takes a few strokes and it's quite evident as to what is and isn't free of scales. Easiest to do while fish is still whole (before filleting or, in the case of salmon, cutting into steaks). For other fish, like perch and crappie, I almost always fillet and get rid of the skin, and I definitely skin my catfish always.
My buddy bought a battery-powered scaler that he tried on several species and declared it to be "the biggest waste of money I ever spent on fishing gear of any kind since I shelled out $900 for a Sage flyrod that I find no better than the $200 TFO I bought years ago".
My buddy bought a battery-powered scaler that he tried on several species and declared it to be "the biggest waste of money I ever spent on fishing gear of any kind since I shelled out $900 for a Sage flyrod that I find no better than the $200 TFO I bought years ago".
Apr 14, 2021 15:03:48 #
bapabear
Loc: Blaine, Washington
Trout and salmon can be scaled with a jet stream from a hose. I use the clip on a cleaning table to hold the fish by the tail Warm water fish and saltwater fish scales stick tight. I love my electric scaler for them when not filleting the fish. Use it outside with a fish cleaners apron as the scales will be everywhere. One good prevented fin poke from a rock fish and it will pay for itself many times over. I had to replace the scale guard as the plastic one broke first use.
Apr 14, 2021 15:42:34 #
sapreaper
Loc: Easton, PA
FS Digest wrote:
Do you guys have a fish scaler? Would it be worth it to get one?
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by Andrewgquirk03
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by Andrewgquirk03
I never need nor use one. Ever
Apr 14, 2021 16:41:11 #
I just spent 20 minutes cleaning the scales from emerald shiners off my rod and reel. Good what a mess
My partner caught a coho and I have scales over half my boat. Gotta clean that next.
I’d hate to see what a mess I’d make if I were to intentionally try to scale my catch.
My partner caught a coho and I have scales over half my boat. Gotta clean that next.
I’d hate to see what a mess I’d make if I were to intentionally try to scale my catch.
Apr 14, 2021 16:52:04 #
Try using a table spoon on the fish inside a large plastic bag. Seen a fish monger do it once!
Apr 14, 2021 17:08:12 #
Have three ,There Great . Great for Perch and Bluegill. When you have a 100 plus perch it's nice and save time. My 12 year old grandauther can do a great job with it.
Apr 14, 2021 18:42:10 #
Apr 14, 2021 18:57:14 #
jillypoo
Loc: Florida
I love eating most skin fish. I use the Magic all-purpose Fish scaler (Made in the USA) purchased over 20 years ago. Probably cost $9. I scale my fish outdoors and wash the scales off the patio into the drainage ditch before the flys attack.
Apr 14, 2021 19:42:33 #
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