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Daiwa Lochmor Fly Fishing Landing Net
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Daiwa Lochmor Fly Fishing Landing Net
Trout landing net
A tidy, fly-friendly landing net that keeps fish handling sensible without making the whole job a faff.
- Designed for fly fishing and trout-style landing work.
- Compact format suits wading, river sessions and mobile fishing.
- A fish-friendly net is kinder to scales, fins and protective slime than coarse, rough mesh.
- Better suited to trout and other modest-sized fish than large carp or specimen work.
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the Daiwa Lochmor Fly Fishing Landing Net, a fly-fishing landing net rather than a carp or coarse specimen net.
Tackle Index Score
Tackle Index score
A focused, sensible fly net that scores well for portability and fish handling, but isn’t a do-everything landing net.
- Product Quality8.6/10
- Performance8.6/10
- Impact on Fish Catching8.9/10
- Ease of Use9.1/10
- Value for Money8.4/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Trout anglers who move between swims. The compact format is easier to carry than a large coarse net, especially when you’re wading or covering plenty of river.
- Fly fishers wanting simple, sensible terminal kit. It gives you a proper landing option without adding loads of weight or faff to your vest or pack.
Maybe skip if
- Carp anglers and specimen hunters. The head and overall format are aimed at fly fishing, not landing double-figure carp or bulky fish.
- Anglers regularly targeting big pike or barbel. Those jobs call for a larger, deeper and more robust net with plenty of room for a chunky fish.
The lowdown
Introducing the Daiwa Lochmor Fly Fishing Landing Net
A tidy, fly-friendly landing net that keeps fish handling sensible without making the whole job a faff.
- Designed for fly fishing and trout-style landing work.
- Compact format suits wading, river sessions and mobile fishing.
- A fish-friendly net is kinder to scales, fins and protective slime than coarse, rough mesh.
- Better suited to trout and other modest-sized fish than large carp or specimen work.
Quick verdict
A proper handy net for fly anglers
The Daiwa Lochmor is a sensible choice for trout anglers who want a compact net that’s easy to carry and kinder to fish than a coarse-style mesh.
It’s not built for big carp or huge pike, but for normal fly-fishing work it looks like a bob-on bit of kit that keeps the bank routine simple.
A focused, sensible fly net that scores well for portability and fish handling, but isn’t a do-everything landing net.
- Product Quality
- 8.6/10
- Performance
- 8.6/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 8.9/10
- Ease of Use
- 9.1/10
- Value for Money
- 8.4/10
Daiwa’s straightforward fly-fishing design should give you a dependable bit of kit for regular trout work.
The compact format is well suited to bringing normal fly-caught fish under control without loads of faff.
A dedicated, fish-friendly landing net can make the final part of the fight calmer and kinder when used properly.
Its small fly-fishing format should be easy to carry, reach and manoeuvre while wading or moving between swims.
It offers good value if you need a proper trout net, though anglers wanting one net for every discipline will need something bigger.
Head to head
How it stacks up
Side by side with the closest kit we've reviewed. This updates as we add more reviews.
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Daiwa Lochmor Fly Fishing Landing Net
There’s a point in every fly session where the rod bends properly and all that careful casting suddenly becomes a bit of a scramble. The trout is close, the leader is under pressure and you’re trying not to make a right meal of the final few seconds. That’s where a decent landing net earns its keep.
The Daiwa Lochmor Fly Fishing Landing Net is built for exactly that moment. It’s a compact, fly-focused net for trout-style fishing, with a format that should sit nicely alongside the rest of your mobile river gear. No giant spreader block. No huge carp-style frame getting in the way. Just a sensible net for getting a fish safely under control.
That compact approach matters when you’re wading. You’ve already got a rod, fly line, leader, tippet, flies and probably a vest or chest pack to juggle. The last thing you want is a net that snags on bankside cover or swings around like a small landing craft every time you take a step. The Lochmor is aimed at keeping that carry-about job neat.
For trout and grayling, the size is the important bit. A fish-friendly net lets you guide a fish in without grabbing at it or trying to beach it on a shallow gravel bar. Keep the mesh in the water, let the fish slide over the frame and you’re in a much better position to unhook it quickly and get it swimming again.
That’s especially useful on clear rivers where fish can spook right at your boots. A net gives you a little more control when the fish makes one last cheeky run. You can keep the rod bent, maintain steady pressure and bring the fish over the mesh rather than reaching down and turning the whole thing into a flap.
The Lochmor also makes sense for anglers who prefer to stay mobile. Fly fishing is often about covering water, reading the river and moving on when a pool has gone quiet. A smaller net is less of a faff when you’re climbing over a stile, pushing through bankside grass or stepping carefully around a deep run.
There are limits, mind. This isn’t the net to reach for when you’re targeting big carp, chunky pike or powerful barbel. Those fish need a larger head, more depth and a frame designed around heavier work. Trying to squeeze a lump into a trout net is a recipe for a poor bit of fish care and a very sweaty few seconds.
For its proper job, though, the Lochmor looks like a nicely balanced bit of kit. It’s focused, portable and easy to understand. You’re buying it to land fly-caught fish cleanly, not to cover every possible fishing scenario under the sun.
The bank tip is simple: keep the net somewhere you can reach with your free hand, and sort that position before the first cast. When a fish is on, you don’t want to be unhooking a magnet, pack strap or bit of clothing while it splashes at your ankles. Get the net ready, keep the trout wet and make the whole process calm and quick.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Brand
- Daiwa
- Range
- Lochmor
- Product type
- Fly fishing landing net
- Best suited to
- Trout, grayling and general river fly fishing
- Carrying style
- Compact bank and wading use
- Mesh
- Fish-friendly fly-fishing net design
Specs checked with Daiwa, Oct 2026.
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Our take
Why this net makes sense on the river
Fly fishing nets need to be light, quick to reach and gentle on a fish’s skin and fins. The Lochmor is aimed squarely at that job.
It’s the sort of net you can carry on a vest, pack or wading jacket without it becoming a clunky nuisance. Dead handy when a fish finally comes to the net after a long stalk.
The useful bit
A compact net for proper fly-fishing jobs
The Daiwa Lochmor is a dedicated fly-fishing landing net, so its priorities are different from a carp or coarse specimen net. It’s designed to be carried while fishing mobile and brought into play quickly when a trout is ready to come in.
That makes it a good match for river anglers who don’t want a huge frame hanging off their back. A compact net is easier to manage around rocks, reeds and overhanging branches, and it won’t feel like dead weight during a long day on the move.
Worth knowing. The net should be treated as fish-handling kit, not just a way to stop a fish escaping. Wet the mesh before use, keep the fish in the water where possible and avoid dragging it across gravel or grass.
On the bank
Best for trout anglers who travel light
This is aimed at fly anglers fishing for trout, grayling and similar-sized river species. It should suit wading sessions, small stillwaters and any fishing where you’re carrying your kit rather than sitting beside a mountain of luggage.
It’s also a sensible choice for newer fly anglers who’ve reached the point where hand-lining every fish feels a bit risky. A net gives you more control at the business end, particularly when the hook is awkwardly placed or the fish is still full of beans.
Specimen anglers should look elsewhere. If your target is a big carp, pike or barbel, you need a larger and deeper landing net. The Lochmor’s compact fly format is a strength on the river, but it naturally puts a ceiling on fish size.
Quick answers
The bits you’ll want to know before buying
That’s the sort of setup it’s intended to complement. Pair it with a secure net magnet or tether, keep the handle easy to reach and make sure it can swing clear of your casting arm.
Not every fish needs one, but it’s a much safer option when the fish is lively, the bank is awkward or the water is too deep for a clean hand landing. It also helps reduce the time you spend wrestling at the edge.
Capacity. This is a trout-style net, so it won’t give you the room or depth needed for large fish. Pick it for fly fishing and it makes sense; ask it to do carp-net duties and it’ll be a bit naff.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Compact and easy to carry while wading or moving between swims.
- Fly-friendly design suits trout and normal river fish.
- Quicker and less faffy to use than trying to hand-land a lively fish.
- Daiwa branding and a straightforward design give it broad appeal.
Worth knowing
- Not the net for serious carp, pike or big-barbel duties.
- The compact head limits the size of fish it can comfortably handle.
- You’ll still need to check the exact handle and mesh arrangement against your preferred vest or magnet setup.
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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 fish is the Daiwa Lochmor Fly Fishing Landing Net for?
What fish is the Daiwa Lochmor Fly Fishing Landing Net for?
It’s aimed mainly at trout and similar river fish caught on fly tackle. It’s a sensible net for normal fly-fishing situations, rather than a specimen net for carp or big predators.
02Is it suitable for catch and release?
Is it suitable for catch and release?
Yes, a dedicated fly net is the right sort of tool for catch-and-release work. Keep the fish wet, avoid dragging it over the bank and support it properly while you unhook it.
03Can I use it for coarse fishing?
Can I use it for coarse fishing?
You can use it for small coarse fish in a pinch, but it isn’t a replacement for a proper coarse landing net. For bigger tench, bream, barbel or carp, go for a larger landing net designed for that job.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: a proper handy net for fly anglers. The strongest reasons to choose it are compact and easy to carry while wading or moving between swims. and fly-friendly design suits trout and normal river fish.; the main trade-off is not the net for serious carp, pike or big-barbel duties..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Compact and easy to carry while wading or moving between swims.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Trout anglers who move between swims: The compact format is easier to carry than a large coarse net, especially when you’re wading or covering plenty of river.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “Not the net for serious carp, pike or big-barbel duties.”
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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