The AFTCO Taper-Tip Flying Gaff is a heavy-duty offshore fishing gaff engineered for landing large, powerful game fish. Featuring a specialized breakaway stainless steel hook, lightweight swaged aluminum shaft, and slim tapered tip, this flying gaff is designed to provide strength, accuracy, and dependable performance when handling demanding offshore catches.

AFTCO's Taper-Tip design allows the gaff to move through the water quickly and accurately, helping anglers position the hook when landing powerful fish. The aluminum shaft is swaged for uniform strength from end to end while eliminating unnecessary weight, providing a strong yet manageable construction for offshore fishing applications.

The innovative breakaway hook system uses a durable plastic insert at the gaff tip to seat the stainless steel hook. A length of 30 lb. test line connects the hook to a steel post on the shaft. When a fish is gaffed, the line breaks, allowing the hook to release cleanly and immediately from the handle. A machined aluminum gimbal at the butt of the shaft provides a secure attachment point for the gaff rope.

The 6-foot, 7-inch aluminum shaft features a 1-3/8-inch butt diameter and two black non-slip grips for controlled handling. An anodized finish provides corrosion resistance, while the plastic tip insert and aluminum butt gimbal help prevent water from entering the shaft. If accidentally dropped overboard, the gaff handle is designed to float without the hook attached.

The corrosion-resistant stainless steel hooks feature strong barbed construction and triangular points for effective penetration and convenient sharpening. Available in multiple hook sizes and shaft finishes, AFTCO Taper-Tip Flying Gaffs provide specialized equipment for serious offshore and big game anglers.

Features

• • Breakaway Flying Gaff Design: Specialized hook release system designed for landing large, powerful offshore game fish.
  • Slim Taper-Tip Construction: Tapered tip moves through the water quickly and accurately for improved gaff positioning.
  • Swaged Aluminum Shaft: Engineered for uniform strength throughout the shaft while minimizing unnecessary weight.
  • 30 lb. Test Breakaway Connection: Hook is secured with a length of 30 lb. test line designed to break when the fish is gaffed.
  • Removable Stainless Steel Hook: Hook releases from the shaft after the breakaway line snaps.
  • Durable Plastic Hook Insert: Holds the hook in position before release and helps prevent water from entering the shaft.
  • Machined Aluminum Butt Gimbal: Provides a secure attachment point for the gaff rope.
  • Floating Handle Design: Aluminum handle is designed to float if dropped overboard without the hook attached.
  • 6' 7" Shaft Length: Long aluminum handle provides extended reach when landing large fish.
  • 1-3/8" Butt Diameter: Heavy-duty shaft construction designed for offshore fishing applications.
  • Dual Black Non-Slip Grips: Two gripping sections provide additional control during handling.
  • Anodized Aluminum Finish: Available in gold or black finishes for corrosion resistance and appearance.
  • Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel Hooks: Strong barbed hooks designed to resist straightening under load.
  • Triangular Hook Points: Designed for effective penetration and convenient sharpening.
  • Multiple Hook Sizes: AFTCO offers flying gaff hooks in 5-inch, 6-inch, 8-inch, 10-inch, and 13-inch sizes.

Available Configurations

• • 10" Hook (FGH10SS): AFTCO stainless steel flying gaff hook with a 10-inch hook size.
  • Gold Handle (FG6GLD): AFTCO gold anodized flying gaff handle from the Taper-Tip Flying Gaff series.

Perfect For

• • Landing large offshore game fish
  • Big game fishing and offshore trolling
  • Handling powerful fish that require a breakaway gaff system
  • Tuna, swordfish, and other large offshore catches
  • Offshore fishing boats equipped for heavy-duty fish landing
  • Anglers looking for specialized flying gaff equipment
  • Charter captains and professional fishing crews
  • Deep-sea fishing and big game tournaments
  • Fishing setups requiring removable stainless steel gaff hooks
  • Florida Keys offshore and big game fishing

Specifications

Why Buy from Tackle Center of Islamorada?

Tackle Center of Islamorada carries quality fishing gaffs, landing equipment, and offshore fishing accessories selected for the demands of fishing in the Florida Keys. Whether you're targeting tuna, swordfish, or other powerful offshore game fish, our knowledgeable team can help you select the right flying gaff, hook size, and landing equipment for your boat and fishing setup.