craigm1952 wrote:
I try to keep my hands wet when holding a fish and try not to remove any more slime on the fish than what's going to happen. Not sure if the ones who use rags and gloves keep the wet for the same reason, not wiping the fish's slime off. The slime protects them while in the water. I can always rinse my hands in the water.
Excellent point, glad you brought it up. The slime is there for a reason.