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2025 In-Fisherman Holiday Gift Guide

Enjoy a great gear selection for the dedicated angler on your Christmas list.

2025 In-Fisherman Holiday Gift Guide

The editors at In-Fisherman put together this collection of gift ideas that is sure to appeal to the dedicated angler in your life who claims to not need anything.

Strike King Hog Father Jr.

jointed swimbait
Strike King Hog Father Jr.

The Hog Father Jr. was born from Strike King’s partnership with Tater Hog Custom Lures to replicate the Original Hog Father design. The 7-inch glidebait offers versatility and a tantalizing action across a range of retrieve speeds, from slow and deliberate to medium fast, maintaining its proven glide action throughout. Each bait is brought to life with unique paint colors personally chosen by Tater Hog, ensuring a one-of-a-kind look that appeals to anglers and fish alike. Equipped with swivel hook hangers, this lure is designed to keep fish securely pegged.

Value: $44.99

Strike King Hog Father Jr.

Lew’s Speed Spool Baitcast Reel

fishing reel
Lew's Speel Spool bait caster

The new Speed Spool delivers the high-speed performance driven by high-quality components that Lew’s fans have come to expect. The reel is equipped with a 10-bearing system with stainless steel double shielded ball bearings, high strength solid brass Speed Gears, a P2 Super Pinion bearing supported pinion gear, and a Rulon drag system with 15 pounds max drag to ensure you’re always prepared for any battle on the water.

The one-piece aluminum frame and graphite side plates are lightweight and durable, and feature a recessed, externally adjustable Magnetic Control System for easy fine tuning to meet your preferences. The reel also features an anodized aluminum, u-shaped 34mm spool, a 95mm bowed anodized aluminum handle with paddle knobs, and an external lube port.

Value: $139.99

Lew’s Speed Spool Baitcast Reel

Berkley Walleye Buster Kit

Bait bucket and artificial baits
Berkley Walleye Buster Kit

No minnows? No problem! Berkley’s Walleye Buster Kit provides any walleye angler with an assortment of proven Gulp! Minnows in the two best sizes (3-inch and 4-inch) and four colors the fish cannot resist. Whether it’s on inland lakes or the vast Great Lakes, Gulp! Minnows are just as effective as the real thing.

Value: $34.99

Berkley Walleye Buster Kit

BKK Fully Loaded OCD Tackle Storage System

Tackle Box with fishing hooks
BKK OCD Fully Loaded Hook Kit

Struggle with keeping your fishing hooks organized? BKK has engineered the ultimate hook storage system for anglers who demand precision, efficiency, and reliability. This comprehensive kit includes 48 preloaded Armor Point hook packs, totaling 270 premium hooks, all meticulously organized within a rugged, waterproof storage box. Whether you’re drop shotting, flipping, or rigging jerkbaits, this system ensures you’re prepared for any fishing scenario.The box also is completely customizable and accommodates up to 80 small boxes or 44 medium boxes, allowing for personalized organization.

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Value: $299.99

BKK Fully Loaded OCD Tackle Storage System

AFTCO Expedition Duffel Bag

Duffel bag
AFTCO Expedition Duffel

Built for the boat, but designed for travel, the Expedition Duffel is your go-to gear hauler. Designed to thrive in freshwater or saltwater, the 55-liter bag will withstand just about anything you throw at it and protect anything you throw in it. The top clamshell opening provides easy access to essentials with an internal coated divider pocket system for organizing apparel and gear. A fully coated, isolated bottom compartment separates wet and dry gear — perfect for boots, rain gear, or post-session layers. The exterior front pocket stashes keys, wallet, or a phone for quick grab-and-go access. Thoughtful carry options include multiple grab handles and tuck-away backpack straps for hands-free travel.

Value: $179

BKK Fully Loaded OCD Tackle Storage System

Gamakatsu Ceramic Braid Scissors

scissors
Gamakatsu Ceramic Braid Scissors

The 4.75-inch Ceramic Braid Scissors are a great option for the serious or casual angler. These compact scissors feature ceramic serrated blades that cut braided and other fishing lines with ease. The rust-proof ceramic blades incorporate a cutting-edge blade design to stay sharp longer, making them the perfect choice for all your line cutting needs in salt or freshwater.

Value: $19.59

Gamakatsu Ceramic Braid Scissors

Relentless 6” Curved Filet Knife

filet knife
Relentless 6" Filet Knife

Compact, sharp, and built for control and precise work the Relentless 6-inch Curved Fillet Knife is perfect for precision work on smaller fish like trout, snapper, or crappie. The curved blade excels at tight cuts and detail work making it just as effective at cutting bait as it is at breaking down game like deer or elk in the field. Proudly made in the USA and paired with a premium leather sheath, this knife is a versatile, all-purpose tool that belongs in every serious angler’s or hunter’s kit.

Value: $149.59

Relentless 6-inch Curved Filet Knife

YETI Rambler Food Jars

insulated jar for food storage
YETI Rambler Food Jar

Yeti Rambler Food Jars are built with double-wall vacuum insulation to hold hot or cold food until you’re ready to eat – chili for lunch or a pasta salad snack. A two-piece MagVent lid vents hot air and makes for easy cleaning. It’s 100 percent leakproof and dishwasher safe. Comes in two sizes –8 ounces or 16 ounces.

Value: $40 to $45

YETI Rambler Food Jars

Abu Garcia Max Pro Baitcast Combo

rod and reel combo
Abu Garcia Max Pro Combo

Combining features and performance typically found in higher end gear, the Max Pro baitcast combo will get the job done in just about any scenario. The 24-ton graphite rod is ultra sensitive and it’s built with a custom reel seat with an integrated polymer comfort grip for enhanced comfort. The reel has a 7+1 bearing system for smooth casting

Value: $119.99

Abu Garcia Max Pro Baitcast Combo

YakAttack SandRig Surf Cart

cargo cart
Yak Attack SandRig Cart

Whether you're a dedicated surf angler, a beachgoer, or an outdoor enthusiast, this premium cart ensures stress-free and hassle-free gear transportation. The cargo volume provides ample room to haul all of your fishing rods, tackle boxes, coolers, and more (up to 300 pounds), making it easy to transport everything in one trip. Its heavy-duty aluminum frame, UV-stable molded base plates, and corrosion-resistant hardware will allow the SandRig Cart to take on the harshest conditions year after year. The adjustable axle positioning allows you to balance your load. Depending on your cart size, additional rod holders can be added using the customizable GridLoc Panel.

Value: $500

YakAttack SandRig Surf Cart

Mustang Elite 120 PFD

floatation device
Mustang Elite 120 PFD.

The redesigned Elite 120 enhances neck comfort while ensuring a secure fit for all body types, even at high speeds. Exclusive to Mustang Survival in North America, the Hammar MA1 automatic inflator features hydrostatic technology to prevent accidental activation from rain, spray, or humidity, with a single-point indicator for effortless maintenance. Tested by anglers and fast boat operators, the Elite 120 delivers a perfect balance of safety and confidence in a lightweight, easy-to-wear, automatically inflatable PFD.

Value: $299.99

Mustang Elite 120 PFD

Evolution LineMaster Leader Bag

fishing line management bag
Evolution Linemaster Leader Bag

The LineMaster Leader Bag can hold up to 5 spools of line, allowing you to easily store and organize your fishing line leaders. The bag features a clear label for quick identification, making it easy to find the line you want when you need it. The bag is durable and water-resistant, ensuring that your fishing line leaders stay protected and dry.

Value: $19.99

Evolution LineMaster Leader Bag

Plano Weekend Tackle Backpack

Backpack for fishing tackle
Plano Weekend Backpack

The Weekend Tackle Backpack is equipped with a slew of cutting-edge features for unparalleled functionality. The molded waterproof base ensures a robust foundation to keep gear dry on wet docks, boat decks, and shorelines. The main compartment holds three 3700 Plano StowAway boxes while the back panel box divider holds two more. The bottom zipper pocket holds two 3600-size StowAways. Die-cut tool sleeves keep your fishing tools locked down during transport and the daisy chain feature provides versatile attachment points, expanding your storage options.

Value: $74.99

Plano Weekend Tackle Backpack

DHUKR

fish hook removal tool
DHUKR tool

Be prepared for those unexpected and uncomfortable occurrences of getting a hook impacted in your skin. The DHUKR is a compact tool that is a proven problem solver and pain reliever. Ergonomic solid resin handle with ribbed, non-slip grip, thumb rest, and index finger trigger for safe, comfortable use. Durable, weather-resistant design. The stainless steel stem is precisely crafted to handle fish hooks from size 1 to 9/0. Helps save time and money by keeping you on the water longer and avoiding costly medical visits for hook removal.

Value: $59.99

DHUKR

AquaVu Micro Revolution HD

console of fishing boat
Aqua Vu Micro Revolution HD

The Aqua-Vu Micro Revolution HD underwater camera is the ultimate tool for clear, immersive underwater viewing. This compact, portable device features Aqua-Vu’s patented Revolution Integrated Cable Reel for smooth, tangle-free deployment and retrieval. Designed for easy connectivity, it supports HDMI and RCA output, allowing you to display crisp, HD underwater footage on compatible screens like Garmin’s GPSMAP Series, Humminbird Apex, and Lowrance HDS PRO. Perfect for anglers, divers, and marine enthusiasts, the Aqua-Vu Micro Revolution HD enhances your ability to explore underwater environments with ease and clarity.

Value: $499.99

AquaVu Micro Revolution HD

Eskimo Plaid Alaskan Fur Hat

Fur hat
Eskimo Alaskan Fur Hat

Made with genuine rabbit fur, the Eskimo Buffalo Plaid Alaskan fur hat is built to keep you stylish, warm and comfortable no matter what your activity may be. Made famous by northern explorers and military pilots, these cold-weather hats are great for the outdoors. Whether you are hunting, fishing, skiing, hiking or just enjoying nature, this is the hat to have.

Value: $54.99

Eskimo Plaid Alaskan Fur Hat




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