Would you recommend this tool for fish tanks? Will it resist rust if it dried after use in water?
2018758
I guess you could use it to get things out of a fish tank. I never really thought about it. It might last for a bit if you dry it after using it. The metal appears to be coated but being submerged in water is not it's intended use and it will rust eventually.
2018759
It is made to pick up screws and other small objects. I wouldn't use it in water.
2018760
I bought this for my mom to pick up small items - and we have a fish tank,, so I understand what you're thinking. I would NOT recommend this for your tank. Even if you dry it, the retractable grabbers would not get completely dry and you would risk contaminating your tank in no time.
1209154
I am in KANSAS not much saltwater around sorry. Great tool for my fresh water use .
1837457
It is made out of Stainless Steel so yes it is made for salt water. It will not rust and is of a standard size for most if not all fishing rods.
1597834
Even stainless steel can rust in salt water, so to answer your question YES it will if you don't take care of your kit...
2267093
I use it for cutting sculpting clay and haven't washed it, if it is stainless steel it shouldn't rust.
1228392
It does not rust as it is used for lizards maybe turtles. I don't see how you would use this in conjunction with a hanging filter. Anyway, I mist my beardie with water over the top every day and it has not rusted yet.
1890150
You shouldn't be worried at all. The protective coating keeps blade from rusting. A good practice is to oil your knife after use every time. As a point I will add. I filleted 4 trout with my knife and put it back in the sheath. And after a day or so I remembered what I had done. Not a a speck of rust anywhere on the knife. Even the edge without coating. Hope this helps.
804000
If you are asking about using it in a saltwater aquarium, I would not recommend it. I bought for my saltwater tank and realized it has metal parts. I ended up finding a completely pvc flapper valve to use instead.
1876124
I plan to use mine for redfish and sea trout when we go to our winter place in Texas. I rinse my reals thoroughly after each use in salt and have never had a problem. This reel should work fine. I've been using mine in fresh and love it. Tight lines. Gary
836350
I use a sponge in warm soapy water. And then I only wipe off the prongs at the end. Have not had any rust. Dry immediately.
1182676
Yes, I would never use this in saltwater, also I would not use it for anything bigger than Bluegill or Sunfish if you want it to last, its just not a quality piece.
1067092
The tool itself is painted in what appears to be acrylic flat black and therefore, pretty resistant unless scratched. As the others have mentioned, it's not stainless so I would take care of the sharpened edge and any scratches with a light oil after exposure to water. As I write this, I'm thinking it might be a good idea to unscrew the handle and give the holes and screws a good going over as well. This is even more important if you're fishing in salt water.
639928
Yes. It works great for gold fish. But the rule still holds. One inch of fish per gallon of tank.
1504631
I have had no problem with rusting, just be sure to care for it properly after each use.
1288174
I just use it not getting it wet or anything . I think water might rust the blades
1476377
Mine has not rusted but I have not used it a lot. I bought it for low country seafood boils.
603087
The package says it's not recommended for aquariums. It's fairly toxic stuff and any residue would probably kill fish. I used it to patch a crack in my driveway. It did a good job at that.