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Landing nets · Carp and catfish · Our take
Century Carbon Titanium Fishing Landing Net
42-inch / 54-inch versions
A seriously light, properly engineered landing net for carp and catfish anglers who want less faff when a lump is ready for the bank.
- Available in 42-inch and 54-inch sizes, with model references LNCT42 and LNCT54.
- Supplied with a 6-foot landing-net handle plus a 2-foot extension piece.
- The handle reaches 8 feet with the extension fitted.
- Titanium construction, a stainless-steel machined spreader block and mixed mesh designed for water flow and fish-friendly handling.
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the Century Carbon Titanium Fishing Landing Net, available as LNCT42 in 42 inches and LNCT54 in 54 inches. Both versions come with the same 6-foot handle, 2-foot extension and stainless-steel machined spreader block.
Tackle Index Score
Tackle Index score
A premium, lightweight landing net with useful reach and a fish-friendly mesh setup.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality9.7/10
- Performance9.4/10
- Impact on Fish Catching9/10
- Ease of Use9.2/10
- Value for Money8.3/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Carp anglers fishing larger waters. The lightweight build and 8-foot maximum handle reach are handy when swims are open, margins are awkward or you’re fishing from a higher bank.
- Catfish anglers and anyone targeting big fish. The available 54-inch head gives more room around a powerful fish, while the high-flow mesh is better suited to moving water through the net.
Maybe skip if
- Occasional anglers on a tight budget. A simpler net will do the job for less money if you only fish a handful of times each year.
- Anglers fishing tiny, tight swims. The larger 54-inch head and extended handle can be more kit than you need around cramped margins or overgrown little ponds.
The lowdown
Introducing the Century Carbon Titanium Fishing Landing Net
A seriously light, properly engineered landing net for carp and catfish anglers who want less faff when a lump is ready for the bank.
- Available in 42-inch and 54-inch sizes, with model references LNCT42 and LNCT54.
- Supplied with a 6-foot landing-net handle plus a 2-foot extension piece.
- The handle reaches 8 feet with the extension fitted.
- Titanium construction, a stainless-steel machined spreader block and mixed mesh designed for water flow and fish-friendly handling.
Quick verdict
A premium net that makes sense for serious anglers
The Century Carbon Titanium Fishing Landing Net is all about keeping weight down without making the net feel like a flimsy bit of kit. Titanium construction, a machined stainless-steel spreader block and a proper extension setup give it a very capable, confidence-inspiring feel on the bank.
It’s not the obvious choice if you’re after the cheapest net in the tackle shop. But for carp and catfish anglers who want a lightweight, fish-friendly net with useful reach, it’s a cracking bit of kit. Pick the size around your target fish and swim, and you’ll be bob on.
A premium, lightweight landing net with useful reach and a fish-friendly mesh setup.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality
- 9.7/10
- Performance
- 9.4/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 9/10
- Ease of Use
- 9.2/10
- Value for Money
- 8.3/10
Titanium construction and a stainless-steel machined spreader block give it a distinctly premium build.
The lightweight design, high-flow mesh and 8-foot maximum handle reach are well suited to demanding swims.
It won’t catch fish for you, but easier control and fish-friendly mesh can make the landing stage calmer and safer.
The supplied extension adds flexibility, while the weight savings should reduce arm ache and general faff.
It offers strong features, but the premium titanium construction means budget anglers may find it a bit spicy.
Head to head
How it stacks up
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Century Carbon Titanium Fishing Landing Net
There’s nothing glamorous about a landing net. It lives in the holdall, gets dragged through brambles and usually only becomes the star of the show when a proper lump is ready to come in. That’s exactly why a good one matters. The Century Carbon Titanium Fishing Landing Net is aimed at anglers who want that final bit of the job to feel smooth, controlled and free from unnecessary faff.
The headline here is titanium construction. That’s a proper premium material choice, and the main reason this net is built around significant weight savings. Less weight might sound like a small thing on paper, but it’s dead handy when you’re holding a net out in front of you, reaching down a steep bank or trying to guide a lively fish over the cord before it finds the snags.
You get a choice of a 42-inch or 54-inch head. The 42-inch version, reference LNCT42, is the more versatile option for everyday carp fishing. It should suit a good spread of waters and swims without becoming a massive blooming sail on the end of the handle. It’s the sensible all-rounder for plenty of anglers.
The 54-inch model, reference LNCT54, is the one to look at when bigger fish, catfish or extra room around the fish are high on the list. A larger head can make the actual netting moment calmer, particularly when a strong fish is rolling just under the surface. Just remember that bigger kit needs more space to manoeuvre, especially in tight margins.
Both versions come supplied with a 6-foot landing-net handle. That gives you useful reach straight away, whether you’re fishing from a normal low bank or trying to get the net under a fish without stepping too close to the edge. When the swim is awkward, the included 2-foot extension adds a bit more insurance.
With the extension fitted, the handle reaches 8 feet. That’s not just a number for the tackle list. It can help when the margin shelves away sharply, when you’re fishing from a platform or when the near-bank shelf is doing its best to bounce a bite-time fish straight back into trouble. More reach can buy you a calmer netting angle.
At the business end, there’s a stainless-steel machined spreader block. That’s a reassuring feature because the spreader block is where the arms come together and where plenty of pressure is concentrated during a proper netting job. It gives the whole setup a suitably engineered feel rather than looking like an afterthought.
The supplied mixed mesh is designed for high water flow and fish-friendly handling. That matters when a fish is still trying to power away in the net. Water can pass through more readily, so the net shouldn’t feel like you’re dragging a bucket through the swim. As ever, keep the fish supported, wet the mesh and avoid hauling a lively fish any further than you need to.
The only real sting is the likely premium positioning. This isn’t aimed at the angler who wants the cheapest net that technically fits the job. It’s for someone who notices weight, reach and build quality every time they’re on the bank. If that sounds like you, the Century is a proper cracking option. Choose the 42-inch for general carp work or the 54-inch for bigger fish and more room around the net, and you’ll have a versatile bit of kit ready for a screaming take.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Sizes
- 42-inch and 54-inch
- 42-inch reference
- LNCT42
- 54-inch reference
- LNCT54
- Handle
- 6-foot landing-net handle supplied
- Extension
- 2-foot extension piece supplied; 8-foot reach when fitted
- Construction
- Titanium components with a stainless-steel machined spreader block and mixed mesh
Specs checked with Century, Oct 2026.
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Our take
The big win is less weight, less faff
Landing a fish is one of those jobs where bulky kit can suddenly become a real pain. The Century’s titanium construction and weight-saving design aim to make that final part of the fight smoother, especially when you’re working in a snaggy margin or reaching out from a high bank.
The mixed mesh is designed for high water flow and fish-friendly handling, while the 6-foot handle gives useful reach straight out of the bag. Add the 2-foot extension and you’ve got an 8-foot handle for awkward swims, deeper margins and those moments when the fish decides the near bank isn’t happening.
What you’re buying
A lightweight net with useful reach
The Century Carbon Titanium Fishing Landing Net combines titanium construction with a stainless-steel machined spreader block. The goal is simple: keep the overall setup light while retaining the strength and control you need when a fish is ready to come aboard.
It’s supplied with a 6-foot handle and a 2-foot extension, giving you 8 feet when the extra section is fitted. That makes it useful across normal margins, deeper shelves and swims where standing right on the edge isn’t sensible.
The mixed mesh is designed for high water flow and fish-friendly handling. In practical terms, that should make the net easier to move through the water and less awkward when a carp or catfish is still giving it the beans.
Worth knowing. The 42-inch LNCT42 is the more adaptable everyday choice. Go for the 54-inch LNCT54 when extra room matters more than compact handling, particularly for catfish or bigger carp.
Pick your size wisely
Made for anglers who hate heavy, clumsy nets
Carp anglers fishing larger waters will get the most from the lightweight design and extension. A long reach can make a big difference when the fish is close but the bank position is awkward, steep or hemmed in by snags.
Catfish anglers should look closely at the 54-inch version. The larger head gives more space around a powerful fish, while the high-flow mesh helps keep the net manageable as you move it through the water.
For small canals, cramped ponds and tight margin swims, the 42-inch head is likely the neater option. It gives you proper landing-net coverage without bringing a huge frame into a swim where every inch counts.
Worth knowing. Don’t automatically buy the biggest head. A 54-inch net is useful when the fish and swim demand it, but the 42-inch model will be easier to position in lots of everyday carp situations.
Quick answers
The bits anglers usually want to know
Is titanium the main reason it feels light? Yes. The titanium construction is central to the weight-saving design, making the net easier to hold and manoeuvre during that all-important final few seconds.
Does the extension come included? It does. The package includes a 6-foot landing-net handle and a 2-foot extension piece, so you can use the shorter setup normally or extend it to 8 feet when the swim calls for it.
Which version is best for carp? The 42-inch LNCT42 is the natural all-rounder for many carp anglers. The 54-inch LNCT54 is better when you want extra room, fish for catfish or regularly target very large carp.
Worth knowing. Whatever size you choose, wet the mesh before landing a fish, keep the net low and support the fish properly once it’s in. Good tackle helps, but calm handling is what keeps the end game bob on.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Very light for a full-size carp or catfish landing net.
- Useful 6-foot handle with an extra 2-foot extension for more awkward swims.
- Titanium construction and a stainless-steel machined spreader block give it a premium, purposeful build.
- Mixed mesh is designed to move water well and handle fish gently.
Worth knowing
- Premium construction means it won’t be the cheapest net option around.
- The 54-inch version will take up more room in the barrow and rod holdall.
- Choosing the right head size matters; bigger isn’t automatically better in tight swims.
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Your questions answered
What anglers want to know
The stuff you’d ask your mate on the next peg. Straight answers, no waffle.
01What sizes does the Century Carbon Titanium Fishing Landing Net come in?
What sizes does the Century Carbon Titanium Fishing Landing Net come in?
There are two options: a 42-inch model, reference LNCT42, and a 54-inch model, reference LNCT54.
02How long is the handle?
How long is the handle?
It comes with a 6-foot landing-net handle and a 2-foot extension piece. With the extension fitted, the handle reaches 8 feet.
03Is it suitable for carp and catfish?
Is it suitable for carp and catfish?
Yes. It’s designed for both carp and catfish, with lightweight construction and mixed mesh intended to give good water flow and fish-friendly handling.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: a premium net that makes sense for serious anglers. The strongest reasons to choose it are very light for a full-size carp or catfish landing net. and useful 6-foot handle with an extra 2-foot extension for more awkward swims.; the main trade-off is premium construction means it won’t be the cheapest net option around..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Very light for a full-size carp or catfish landing net.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Carp anglers fishing larger waters: The lightweight build and 8-foot maximum handle reach are handy when swims are open, margins are awkward or you’re fishing from a higher bank.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “Premium construction means it won’t be the cheapest net option around.”
Tackle Index’s take from the product details and fishing fit we checked. We haven’t found enough independent public feedback to call this an angler consensus yet.
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