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Release with Respect
Created to solve one of fly fishing’s most overlooked problems, the Lamson Ketchum Release – Original Size offers a refined, low-impact way to free hooked fish without unnecessary handling or harm. Lamson’s home waters in Ketchum, Idaho inspired both the name and the purpose: a tool designed to protect fish by preserving their slime coating, preventing air exposure, and eliminating the twisting, grabbing, and netting that often cause damage.
Simple, precise, and incredibly effective, the Ketchum Release allows you to unhook fish quickly while keeping your hands dry—and your flies intact. This Original Size model is perfect for flies in sizes 12–16 and belongs in every conservation-minded angler’s kit.
Key Features:
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Designed to reduce fish mortality by eliminating netting and unnecessary handling
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Preserves protective slime coating and reduces fish air exposure during release
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Allows quick fly retrieval without crushing delicate materials
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Keeps angler’s hands high, dry, and out of the fish’s habitat
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Original Size tool ideal for fly sizes 12–16
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Durable construction with a comfortable black handle
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Innovative design inspired by Lamson’s roots in Ketchum, Idaho
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Style Number: LAM-KETCHUM-ORIG
The Lamson Ketchum Release – Original Size is an essential tool for anglers who prioritize fish health. Engineered for clean, low-impact releases while protecting your flies and keeping your hands dry, it’s a simple innovation that makes a big difference.
Lamson Ketchum Release Original Size offers fast, low-impact fly removal for sizes 12–16. Protect fish health, preserve slime coating, and keep your hands dry.