Looking for a good scale

[HillbillyGeek]

I need to finally break down and buy a good scale. What scales do you guys use?

I won't be using it for tournaments, so it doesn't have to be 100% accurate. However, it would be nice if it was accurate within an ounce or two. The ones I found seem to be rated by maximum weight. I plan to use the scale to weigh bass and the occasional salmon, but if the larger-capacity (25+ lbs) scales are not as accurate in the 2-10lb range, I'll stick with a small-capacity model (15lb max).

The fish-gripper scales look like a good option. It would be much easier and less traumatic to the fish if I only had to handle it once.

Has anyone tried this one?
grip master with scale

[ChrisB]

You definetly don't want that scale. Its in 1 lb increments, no good there. I would stay away from X-tools, I don't like mine. What I would get is a Berkley digital. I have one that goes to 15 lbs. Its really accurate, down to .1 lb. We test them every year in our bass club. I weighed a 5 lb barbell weight and it said 5.0, and 10.0 when I weighed two. They are affordable too, should be able to get one for $20 give or take.

[danielt]

Yup do what Chris said. I got my berkly on sale for like $11.

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Joe's has them...they're quality.

[HillbillyGeek]

Thanks for the help guys!

[Anonymous]

I'll echo what ChisB said and get a Berkley scale. Very accurate. The Big Game Digital is the way to go and if you want the lip grip go with this one. http://www.landbigfish.com/tacklestore/ ... m?PID=2707
The scale I use I could not find online to show you but it is a Field & Stream FS50. It is a bit bulkier than others but it has a retractable handle, date & time, compass, 40in measuring tape, water temperature reader, and an alarm.
If I was to buy a new one I would get either the Berkler Big Game or the Rapala Proguide. My buddy has the Proguide and has never had a problem with it. I have used it a couple of times and it is nice.



fishnislife

[fishunt83]

Ive been hooked on this new rapala i got. Its pretty damn on the money cuz i tried the whole using a weight as well and it was dead on. Cost me about....nothing...my buddy gave it to me...but at the store they were $49 i believe

[cavdad45]

I bought mine at a clearance sale at Joe's for $10. It's the Rapala 15#. If I get a better bass than 15, I'd be heading to certified scales and then the taxidermist.

[T Dot]

i have owned 2 rapala scales, 1 was a hook based, and the other was a fish gripper. both were just as accurate. we always have 2 scales on board. we have had all of our scales certified by our clubs. they were all pretty much dead on, so i have nothing negative to say about them.

most of the group members have the xtools, rapalas and berkleys. you can modify the xtools to resolve the problems everyone has been having. its a quick and simple solution. i believe with the xtools, the scale should float, which is an added bonus. you can modify the culling systems, so they arent plastic, and do not break off. these are some of the tricks of the trade.

[dilbert]

Is this the Berkley scaleyou guys are talking about?

Are the culling clips worth the extra money?

[ChrisB]

I use a berkely digital, 0-15 lbs. Mines an older model so it didn't come with any clips. Make sure you certify it at our Club meeting, you know what I'm talking about

[dilbert]

How do they do the certifications? Is that cert just good for club purposes (green slips, etc.)?

[ChrisB]

Ya you certify your scale to enter fish for green slips, and and for your biggest fish of the year. Also they have a grand slam award, which only one person in our club ever has. Catching different species of fish over a certain size. I can show you at the meeting. Anyway, you weigh these lead balls with your scale to make sure its accurate, and for peace of mind. Plus they record if it reads high or low, mine reads low .1 or .2 if the weight is higher, its been consistent the last 3+ years I've certified it.

[dilbert]

I just ordered the Berkley FS15 kit with the culling clips for $31.42 delivered (to my local store). Supposedly it has 1/4oz (.015lb) accuracy, not too shabby. I should have it before the next meeting:cheers:

[ChrisB]

1/4 oz increments, thats awesome. If its accurate you'll bet you're A I'm buying one too

[beerman1981]

This is the one that I purchased, and it is very accurate. I tested it before hitting the water with it. Berkley Scale

I purchased the 30 pound model. Like I said it's very accurate and a valuable asset to a tackle box.

Beerman

[A9]

I had a Rapala digital scale and had terrible luck with it. There was one button on the dang thing and it still acted goofy all the time. It crapped out on the 4th time out or so....
But I have to imagine I got a lemon...Rapala makes quality stuff from what I've found....