DIGITAL SCALES...???

[RANGER]

I'd like to get a digital scale for the boat this year and I am asking for your input. It has been over 10 years since I have purchased one and I don't have a clue about the present product lines.

Thanks in advance.


RANGER


"KEEP YOUR LINES WET, YOUR POWDER DRY and THE BEER COLD"

[Greg P.]

Ranger,
I have been using the Berkley 50lb scale for several years. Works great. The 15lb scale may not be enough for a large pike, or muskie.

One hint, always use the wrist strap. I lost my first one on the first fish I used it on.

They are rather expensive, but it takes the controversy out of how big a fish really is.

Good luck.
Greg P.

[SeaCat]

I don't know of a good one, but I have had problems with two Stren units. Work great out of the package, but the first one had the bead chain break on a 15# fish. Meijers exchanged it. The replacement unit's electronics has now failed after one season -- no display even with brand new batteries.

Ryan

[WAeyes]

I bought a 15lb Normark scale a couple years ago thinking it would be adequate for walleyes. Not out west. I have zeroed (sp.?) it out twice. I am looking at the 20lb Berkely scale now. I dont think the 50lb scales would be quite as accurate, but I could be wrong. If the 15lb Normark is big enough for your waters, then it would probably be fine. I had no problems with it.

[EAGLE EYES]

I've owned a 50lb. Normark for more than 10 years. It still works like a champ. It still is very accurate. within .2 lbs. I've never owned any other brand, so I can't say there's one better out there. Good luck! EE

[Chad]

I originally purchased a Normark scale and eventually returned it. I now have a 50lb Berkley and like it. One thing to keep in mind is that the digital scales are not dead on accurate but they are consistant. I believe that consistancy is the most important consideration since all fish are treated equal on the same scale.

If you want a precise measurement you will have to get a spring scale. I believe I have seen them in Bass Pro or Cabelas by the name of Chilton(sp). I have also seen them made be Shimano.

**Here is a little tip when you are fishing a tournament where you can cull. I took the clips off of an old metal stringer and numbered them 1-10. When I get a fish I put a clip in the lip and then use that to weigh it from. I also measure the fish and record the weight,length and clip # in my log book. Now when I am ready to cull I know exactly which fish to pull out.

[RANGER]

Thanks to all for your input. Looks like I will get the Berkley in the 50lb.

Chad, liked your culling idea, too!

Thanks everyone!


RANGER


"KEEP YOUR LINES WET, YOUR POWDER DRY and THE BEER COLD"