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Mike P · 07-12-2004, 09:11 AM

You'd have a more accurate measurement if the tape was under the fish

The curve of the fish is adding a couple of inches. That's why you have to measure under the fish if it's a borderline keeper.

So, figure it's 46-47". As thin as it is, probably mid 30 pound range.

07-12-2004, 09:11 AM	#6
Mike P Jiggin' Leper Lawyer iTrader: (0) Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: 61° 30′ 0″ N, 23° 46′ 0″ E Posts: 8,158	You'd have a more accurate measurement if the tape was under the fish The curve of the fish is adding a couple of inches. That's why you have to measure under the fish if it's a borderline keeper. So, figure it's 46-47". As thin as it is, probably mid 30 pound range.