Fly fishing net

A wooden landing net is not only one of the angler’s best tools to ensure the swift catch—and, where necessary, release—of a fish, but also a durable part of the kit that can be passed down from generation to generation.

Wayward makes Handcrafted wood Landing nets. We offer custom fly fishing net options and personalized engraving and epoxy inlays. Our wood fly fishing nets are made in the USA using traditional wood bending methods. Our goal is to make the best fly fishing nets on the market. We have a wide array of fly boxes, trout nets, boat nets, guide nets, small nets, and rubber replacement bags.

For the past 25 years I have built landing nets, first as a hobby and now making a limited number of nets available for sale. This post reviews my basic technique of net frame construction, a more step by step detailed review is covered in my 2 hour DVD, Building Your Custom Landing Net, available at my website.

Fishing net resource guide covers: rubber fishing net reviews (best overall, long handle, boat & budget) + net accessories/tips for setup.

Building a Fly-Fishing Net! Bending the wood for the frame!

We’ve reviewed hundreds of pieces of fly fishing equipment over the past 20 years and in our opinion, any of these options fall into the category of the best fly fishing nets I’ve owned: #flyfishing #flyfishingnets #bestflyfishingnets

Steam bent fishing net I use a PVC pipe for my steam box. I used to use a hot plate and a pressure cooker with a 3/4" hole drilled in the lid and a hose...

Custom wooden fly fishing landing nets for fishermen and anglers, with artistic designs and a unique luxurious deep epoxy finish. Hand made in a dedicated workshop for more than 25 years by a craftsman in Michigan, USA. Made for use and display.