Monster Mutton Hooks ME!!!

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

Dan's a trooper!! The mutton was amazing. PS: I now have hook cutters, first aid kit AND even a tourniquet on my boat now

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

South Florida Fishing Channel: YEAH!!! That is awesome!! Can’t wait to get back out there!! -Dan

Beautiful *Video,* Congratulations this place is amazing. Hug and good fishing.👍🎣

[@merrywissemes]

Hope you saved that hook, Dan. That’s a good conversation piece for your bar. Maybe encase it in a cube of that epoxy stuff. The fish was epic and post catch story was even better. Either that or chuck that little prickly bastard in the garbage.

[@drunkNun]

Definitely some good things to have. God forbid anything happen when you're spear fishing but if it does that tourniquet could save a life. I keep a first aid kit and a tourniquet in my truck at all times.

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Andrew Rollins: Yeah, he was a BEAST! -Capt Dan

[@davidraines2544]

That is why you always need whiskey with you. I going to subscribe just because you were a man about it all and didn’t pass out or puke. I’ve seen big bad dudes fall out for less

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

David Raines: Really appreciate you subbing our channel and thanks for the great comment! By the way, I prefer tequila over whiskey! - Capt Dan & Elizabeth

[@sergiorediaz]

Love the humor, despite the pain. "Dan stabber". You guys are an awesome couple. Take care!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Sergio Diaz: Awesome comment from the heart: Thanks man! -Capt Dan

[@zippytheoldhippy8418]

Ouch!!!Dan.... you all are crazy. I'm glad you're all fishing together. Shout out ... nice snappers Dan, get on it heiko

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

zippy the old hippy: The fishing and fun must go on!! -Capt Dan

[@zippytheoldhippy8418]

I love you all when you go out together!!! So much fun... you always seem to get the big uns! Nice job. Don't be a crybaby Capt. Dan. Rip it out heiko. Thanks for videos to watch and enjoy your life is cool.

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

zippy the old hippy: I was trying not to cry.....😂🤣😂 -Capt Dan

[@befmx31]

30:47, Dan, you're a lucky lucky man.

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Yup!!

[@daveb1870]

I think this is one of my favorite vids, the excitement when pullin up that fish and then seeing it, wow! Unfortunately the hook incident was a buzz kill but ya did good. Heres a trick, coffee stirrer the hollow kind, slip it over the barb and pull it through.

[@boydwink9595]

OMG the treble thru the finger was priceless. Dan you are the man

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Boyd Wink: It was quite a day for everyone Boyd! Thanks for the comment. - Capt Dan

[@bobbydelhaye2326]

Deermeat for dinner silver stag filet knife!! Woods and water knife also. The absolute best!!! Love your videos Capt Dan

[@drewheatherly9845]

Heiko's childlike exuberance is absolutely terrific! Dan, bro.......I have seen this video before and I wince in 'anxietal' (new word) anticipation every time.... That fish had a helluva hook set!

[@photodivainwa]

Capt Dan stays calm, no matter what happens! Due to the high incidence of flesh eating bacteria, Dan, you are very lucky. I will live my life vicariously thru your videos and Heikos videos until I retire from my nursing job, which won’t be long.

[@r3m1brown]

Dan is the man. He stayed calm under pressure, just as the Soldier he is. Way to go!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

r3m1brown: Thank you sir! - Capt Dan

[@cpcorbiere]

Kid in my ER had a huge treble with the barb buried in his palm. He was really brave for his age! I'm glad you didn't have to amputate :)

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

corberator : Hahahah! Pretty funny! -Capt Dan

[@cpcorbiere]

@@FloridaFishingCouple as someone with a fly stuck in the back of his neck I have sympathy... it wasn't mine either!

[@brandonburch4513]

That is a monster mutton for sure Capt. Dan. The hook in the hand was just a little payback but im sure those fillets were worth it... and now Heiko has all the first aid stuff necessary for going boating so everybody wins.

[@jeanicebarnett4130]

Ouch! I once had a sabiki tiny little hook go thru my thumb it's horrible. Dan the MAN, I know you hid your pain. Your wife is absolutely BEAUTIFUL. Great video.

[@LennyC621]

My son and I live vicariously through you and Heiko. We take a trip to the keys every year from St. Augustine and the past 2 years we have been rained or winded out from going any further than the reef. We dream of the day we can get back out to troll off the keys. Until then we have Captain Dan and Heiko.

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Len Conticello: That’s awesome! Sincerely, hope you can get down here next time and slay the fish! Thanks to you and your son for watching. -Capt Dan

[@rolandvance6663]

Dan the man hell u made it look easy with that hook great day out on the water 👍🏼👍🏼

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Thanks Roland! It was a great day on the water for sure. Elizabeth wanted me to go to the doc to get the hook out but we did it on our own and made a great day out of it. Thanks for watching!

[@jpindahaus]

My wife and I visit The Keys often. You're our kind of people ❤ Btw, I have watched many of your latest videos but came across this one recently.

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Awesome! Thank you! That was really quite a day and a great memory despite the hook in my hand. Thanks for subscribing to our channel!

[@idahosagebrush5662]

I knew it! I told the wife I thought you were either ex cop or military the first video of yours we watched. Then I saw the US Army banner hanging and then saw the SM stripes on the boat... Thank you for your service, Sargent Major. US Army RVN 68-69, Army Contractor @ Cedar II and Speicher, 2004-5, 2005-6. Wife and I were DoD Contractors until retiring in 2010. We both loved working for and with you guys. Oh, the video...we have mutton here in Idaho, but try not to hit them when they're in the road, but we do have some awesome trout fishing. Enjoy your videos.

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Idaho Sagebrush: Guilty as charged! Spent 23 years with Uncle Sam before transitioning to corporate America. Really very happy you and the wife are enjoying our channel. -Capt Dan& Elizabeth

[@chrisbates643]

You , Heiko and your two beautiful ladies are awesome! Keep up the good work. And who in the hell would give that a thumbs down? Stay safe and God bless!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

chris Bates: I know right? We always wonder who gives a thumbs down to videos like ours. Maybe they believe fish are friends and not food. LOL! Thanks for subbing and watching our channel. -Capt Dan & Elizabeth

[@vaughn1804]

Happens to the best of us! Knipex wire cutters in your safety bag will make quick work of those hooks

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Vaughn: That will be our next purchase!! - Elizabeth

[@ADVENTURESOFBZ]

I watched this video months ago but just randomly picked an older vid today and landed on this one!! I did good. Lots of action. Kick ass mutton, cudas, and hooks thru fingers lol!!!

[@miffyleslie]

As always, love you guys’ videos and hate the hook in the finger!!! Ouchy!!! And for your cleaning table, find you a welcome rug from one of the convenience store entrances and cut it to the size of your table. They are rubber backed and won’t slip. Just spray if off real good after cleaning fish!!! You won’t regret it!! Awesome Mutton by the way!!!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

That’s a great idea! Thanks!

[@mahimahiaddictioncesargonz5445]

I had all of needed for Surgery in my Boat. 3-4-5 Plyers, cutters, First Aid Kit. Wow!!! That hurts. Scotch with it. Ooouuucchhhh!!!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

mahimahiaddiction Cesar Gonzalez: You are very prepared! -Capt Dan

[@PT-sj2ww]

that was brutal, !! Great tenacity !!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Thanks! It was a crazy day for sure!

[@andepenn71]

Great video.....that mutton head is awesome for fish soup...what a waste in a crab trap.

[@robertferguson64]

All i can say is WoW what a day. Love your videos you guys are awesome.

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

robert ferguson: Our subscribers are awesome too! Appreciate you commenting on our video! -Capt Dan

[@christopherjenkins2373]

What a great day on the water. I am so jealous! Trigger fish can be dangerous when diving. They are very territorial and will bite badly. Sorry about your finger but you handled it well. The highlight was that monster Mutton. Never caught one myself. Don’t see a lot of them up off of NC coast. Superb video!

[@mahimahiaddictioncesargonz5445]

Awesome Day🎣🐟🏆

[@boydwink9595]

Love the videos guys. Love Florida, I have family in Clearwater and balm. Keep the videos coming God Bless and have a wonderful day 🦈🦀🐚

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Clearwater is beautiful too!! Worked up there for years! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment!! -Elizabeth

[@AbbyBrian]

Wow, what a fish ! After you hooked yourself , Elizabeth asked how can I help ?. I am thinking, don't stop filming, this is awesome. Glad your OK Dan , but that was exciting to watch. You always go above and beyond to educate and entertain your viewers. Brian

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Brian O: Thanks Brian. Really appreciate you and the comments. -Capt Dan

[@MrJerryKramer]

Check out Darcizzle of Shore. She has some assume knives. Great video guys. 👍

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Jerry Kramer: I will check out those knives she has - Capt Dan

[@mtnbiker0205]

Its almost midnight and I literally just sat up on the edge of my bed. You sir, are an animal.

[@oceandeepfishing4555]

Hey Guys. Exciting fun video except for the hook. There is something called the shoestring method that removes hooks. Not sure if it would of worked on Dan because of the size of the hook but look it up it might be helpful if someone gets another hook in them. (Hopfuly Not) while your out on the water. My brother got the same hook stuck in him several years ago and we learned about that from the Dr's at fisherman's hospital in tge keys. They used that method on him. WOW ON THE FISH. They were some huge fish.......

[@ProjectReel]

Beautiful mutton and the slabs that came off of him wow! I’m glad you guys were able to take care of that hook and go about the day. I’m having a cold one for you after watching that lol

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Fishing with Jeff: You Rock Jeff!! -Capt Dan

[@CProFishingWithWayne]

Wow Dan and Elizabeth this was an epic video!!! That Mutton was a true beauty. Sorry you got hooked I know that hurt. Heiko had that awesome trigger!!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

CPro Fishing: Thanks Wayne! First time ever that I got stuck. Been fishing my whole life and guess it was just my turn. Hope you are doing well. -Dan

[@fedx2185]

Dan, for years we have used bleach water but not full strength on our hands to sanitize hook and line cuts.. Will make you skin rough on your hands but will kill must fish infections on your hands... Several times I have mentioned to you saftey first and that includes good first aid supplies.. Still thinking about your stunt with your buddy in that storm...

[@bambam78nc]

Nice work on the mutton snapper! If you are looking for a better knife, try Dexter knives. I like the 9” narrow blade for skinning fish. Plenty of larger knives to choose from. World wide sportsman use to have a good selection.

[@fishinmagician81]

Damn Captain,that hurts...yep Sh!t happens I always carry pliers and or Cutters...Come on Heiko get a kit on your boat...of coarse those beautiful ladies made you man up on the pain LOL,,,,, great Mutton and trigger catch guy's

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Fishin magician: You are correct; has to look tough for the ladies! 😂-Capt Dan

[@paulk8716]

Capt Dan, I didn’t feel a thing when that hook went into your finger! That was definitely a John Wayne moment when you got it out! Great mutton’s too by the way!👍😁😉👌🤙

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Paul K: That hook in the finger was worth catching that Mutton for! -Capt Dan

[@flhtc0383]

Dan I watch South Florida Fishing Channel all the time, I saw you get stuck with that hook and cringed! You are the man for being calm and collected. You have a new sub! Keep up the great videos, love your channel.

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

FLHTC03: That’s awesome!! We are very glad you decided to sub our channel. Welcome to the family! - Capt Dan & Elizabeth

[@merrywissemes]

Right on! Beautiful fish! Sorry about the hook, Dan. I guess it’s bound to happen when you fish as much as you guys do. I’m glad you showed the entire episode so if it happens to anybody watching who is new to fishing, they’ll know what to try to do and not freak out. Great job on the video, especially when it sounded like everything was running out of juice. Thanks for posting.

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Merry Wissemes Hockey: Yup, Elizabeth was a trooper and pulled out all the stops using our I-Phones and any other means to keep the video production going. When she edited the video she pulled data from everywhere to put the final product together. -Capt Dan

[@JB-jn9kb]

Took it like a champ Dan, well done good sir! Fyi, I'm going to buy a pair of those Knipex bolt cutters for my boat lol. Hoping that never happens to me, but just in case, going to keep a pair close. Great video!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

J B: First time I’ve ever been hooked, but you can bet i will have a pair of wire cutters on me from now on! - Capt Dan

[@JB-jn9kb]

@@FloridaFishingCouple Sounds good. Maybe you can get a sponsorship out of the deal. Do a video that demonstrates the effectiveness of them on hooks or something....Preferably not with the hook attached to any part of your body this time though lol. Maybe Heiko will volunteer to take a hook this time since he twisted that hook in your finger lol :) Just kidding, look forward to the next video!

[@wicholee1]

Captain Dan all cool and collected! I would have called 911 :) awesome muttons guys, good times!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Luis Rodda: Thanks Luis, but I could learn a lot from you. You are the Mutton King! 👑 -Capt Dan

[@markfranks943]

Well done you guys wow there where some size wouldn't have to worry about starvation fishing with you's even tho you went through the hook for that monster i even twinged for you when heiko tryed to grab it, great fishing and upload an always a pleasure captain dan and Elizabeth thanks guys

[@lazaronieto6673]

Great vid.. love the MacGyver way of getting the hook out..

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Cpt Laz: One way or another that needed out! - Capt Dan

[@lazaronieto6673]

@@FloridaFishingCouple that's for sure!! Keep up the great job

[@AJOutdoors1]

Ouch, glad you got the hook out. Still looked like a great day.

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

A&J Outdoors: Absolutely great day! Retrieved the lost anchor, caught an awesome Mutton, drank some beer and visited the sandbar. Life is Good! - Capt Dan

[@lloydryan7716]

Good extraction Sergeant Major! In all the years I fished I never got a hook in me above the barb. Pure shithouse luck.

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

That was a first for me. That hook was through my finger before I even knew it.

[@andrewwojcik7754]

Big Dan did it again

[@dannyhatmaker7892]

What a day man to beautiful mutton snapper great fish y'all two beautiful ladies y'all got it made Dan & Hico & Caitlin & Elizabeth y'all are gorgeous lady gorgeous

[@carver222]

Awesome fillet job!

[@fishmandad588]

I always told you Dave u r the best

[@minafady3084]

Nice video and great catch EXCEPT for that hock ..you did good Dan hope you're feeling ok now

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Mina Fady: Thanks Mina. It was very unexpected but all turned out ok. -Capt Dan

[@carolinaskayakfishing6804]

A good knife is silver stag found them on deer meat for dinners page great videos capt dan keep up the good work

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Carolinas kayak fishing: Yup, you are not the first to recommend that knife. Will have to look into them. -Capt Dan

[@floridafishermanpace798]

@@FloridaFishingCouple just that they are pricey

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Florida Fisherman Pace: The Bubba blades are pricey also and they really don’t hold an edge that well.- Capt Dan

[@floridafishermanpace798]

@@FloridaFishingCouple I own a bubba blade and constantly have to sharpen it but the silver stag which my buddy has costs $160

[@richardcallahan3756]

Beautiful mutton snapper some great eating 🍽

[@robertperez8619]

Dan first thing. I am sorry for laughing so hard. Fish on, hook in finger and 2 cameras going. Simply hilarious moments that you will always remember. Stainless steel leather men would work great in the first aid kit. Multi tool action. Awesome day guys.

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Robert Perez: No problem Robert. I laughed my ass off after I viewed the video myself! -Capt Dan

[@douglasthemis9954]

Capt .Dan You AIN'T No SISSY!!!! LOL! Great Vid with H and K from sffc and The always Wonderful Ms. Elizabeth !You caught some fatty muttons!! I;m not gonna say what you need in case you get hooked again I'm sure hindsights 2020! stay safe, love Ms. Elizabeth, it will all work out ! cold beers ,good wine and tight lines to you!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Douglas Themis: Thanks Douglas. Always appreciate your comments. Thanks for watching. - Capt Dan & Elizabeth

[@joelblain4778]

very cool stuff

[@marvinhaglar1973]

And you're a beast. So cool after being hooked

[@marvinhaglar1973]

Nice catch Dan. Check out Rob on the knife

[@johntuzio8558]

Sorry about finger but great catch. You need to keep pliers when your on any fishing trip. Keep up good work. Hope to see you all soon.

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

John, Absolutely! Pliers from now on along with a bottle of Tequilla! -Capt Dan

[@littlemiamijeff]

Capt. Dan! I saw this first on SFFC, wooo! You're the man! Keep your hands to yourself next time! LOL! Fingers anyway. I've only had it happen once, treble with a kicking White Bass, it's a fire drill to get the fish off the other treble, then the treble in your finger out. Fish ON!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Jeff Plummer: You speak from experience brother! Damn crazy trying to get the hook out while the fish is flopping around! - Capt Dan

[@williamjenkinsiii70]

There’s some good meat in those cheeks also , and you need a pair of wire/side cutters on your boat at all times ! If you want a reasonably priced knife try Dancon . They make good knives and pliers .

[@williambenner5550]

Brand new subscriber! Great Mutton Snapper! The biggest I have seen! You handled getting a hook through the finger better than I did when I put a hook through my finger once!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

William Benner: welcome to our channel William. Hope you are enjoying some of our older vids and our future videos as well. -Capt Dan & E

[@jamesmack6197]

U took that hook like a pro og...!!!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

James Mack619: Thanks James. Appreciate the comment! - Capt Dan

Beautiful *Video,* Congratulations this place is amazing. Hug and good fishing.👍🎣🐟

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Suellen Gonçalves - Pesca Esportiva: Thanks Suellen! -Capt Dan

[@iamremy-kl3xm]

Good Stuff Capt

[@glenngonefishing2474]

great catch Dan, of course I could say the same to the mutton 😂😂. Awesome video guys!!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Glenn Gone Fishing: Ha! True that Glenn. Fished my whole life and that was the first time I got hooked back! By the way, Elizabeth said your comment is her favorite! -Capt Dan

[@waltergrabeklisjr9639]

Capt. Dan...awesome catch....can you show how you rigged those hooks for the ballyhoo you caught the Muttton on...and the lead/weight setup also?...thanks...👍🏻💯👊🏻🛥🎣

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Walter Grabeklis Jr: Yes, we will do a separate short video on the hook rig and the weight/balloon clip setup shortly. It really is a killer rig for either bottom fishing or slow trolling live baits for Wahoo and Mahi. -Capt Dan

[@waltergrabeklisjr9639]

Florida Fishing Couple Awesome! We’ll be trying it out in October!! Thanks again...👍🏻💯

[@mikesims7886]

Wow, what a day! And what a huge Mutton! (Congrats on the new PB, Dan) And what a great video! And, man, Dan is tough! (Guess I'd better tone down my somewhat flirtatious comments to the lovely Elizabeth!) But, then Dan is also both fortunate and wise enough to know he has a gorgeous wife who other men are just naturally going to swoon over regardless! Sooo, Elizabeth, you are both beautiful and 'tuff' too! And, once again, thank you both for another great video!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Mike Sims: Thanks Mike, Appreciate your comments and realize they are always well meaning and respectful. Thanks for watching! -Capt Dan & Elizabeth

[@michaelmoser7892]

Dude just sharpen your steel from time to time damn son that is butter knife Sharp😆

[@michaelcelotto6743]

Dam Dan my finger hurts just watching Awesome video though I’m a new subscriber and here to stay😀✌️

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

michael celotto: Welcome Michael! Can’t tell you how happy we are that you have joined our KZbin family! - Capt Dan

[@LAVIDADELAZ]

😱my friend That happens to me ones lol hurts me allot. I didn’t have noting so I went to the hospital 🏥 they charge me $1,500 But awesome video like always my friend 💪🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

THE LIFE OF LAZ: Holy crap Laz! $1,500 bucks is a lot of fishing gear!! -Capt Dan

[@LAVIDADELAZ]

@@FloridaFishingCouple I KNOW LOL next time i won't go to the Hospital. I didn't know that they was going to charge me that much.....LOL...

[@yeniseltorres9695]

THE LIFE OF LAZ 😘

[@guibra78]

If you put some ice on it for at list 30 minutes, can work pretty well as anesthesia, so the maneuver for the removal of the hook it's quite easier...

[@jerainerbutler9541]

Silver stag knives Woods and Water the world need them

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Couldn’t agree with you more brother! -Capt Dan

[@m1686]

Ouch, we felt your pain on that one. As for a better knife, you might consider an electric fillet knife. They actually do a pretty good job on the bigger fish with a heavier skins and bones.

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

m1686: I’ve seen some guys using the electric filet knives and they seem to work pretty well. Might be on my “Christmas list” this year. :-) -Capt Dan

[@mikechampion22]

Bummer on the hook job but, congrats on a beautiful mutton Dan. I know your going to have some killer meals off him.

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Mike Champion: Absolutely!! Great eats!! - Capt Dan

[@uprbutt]

Dan hope your ok that happened to me but is was stuck in my ear love your videos thank you for you channel

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

15 Saleen #14: Thanks to you for watching and subbing our channel. Really appreciate the comment and your patronage. - Capt Dan

[@ernestboatwright7172]

You are one tuff man . Much

[@Timbad316]

Captain Dan you are cool headed for dealing with a hook in ur hand a true fisherman. You can fish out of my boat anytime

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Fish-On with Tim Collison: Might just take you up on that sometime! -Capt Dan

[@fishfinder4]

Note to self! Always be prepared for the worse things to happen!!! First Aid Kit, Pliers, Antiseptic, Sterile Blade, pain meds , Small Wire Cutters and anything else you can think of.... I keep it all in a small bag never leaves the boat.. Nice Mutton Though!!!!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Johnnyb: Think we all learned our lesson for next time! Thanks for watching Johnny! - Capt Dan

[@charlesmorgan2309]

Nice 👍 catch !! Hope you are ok 👌 !!

[@jmvmike]

Live and learn moment y’all. Ice it first then cut and pull on the hook with the wrong tools! We all have been there and done that! Next time bring some side cutting wire cutters and needle nose pliers.

[@alansmark7468]

Keep Hibiclens in your 1st aid kit on your boat. I need to get a sturdy pair of hook/wire cutters after watching this... Nice Muttons though. 👌

[@johnlukasik8045]

I cringed when I saw that hook sticking out both sides of your finger !!! I could tell that you were in pain, but handled it like a man ! I think I would have snipped the shank side and pulled the barb side away from your finger ? I'm glad it came out for you and it is over !!! MONSTER MUTTON !

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

I would have snipped off the barb side of the hook but we didn’t have a pair of wire cutters or pliers that could cut the hook.

[@russclewley6945]

Dan you are a badass!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Thanks Russ! Appreciate you subscribing to the channel. We need viewers like you to help us grow. -Capt Dan & Elizabeth

[@russclewley6945]

@@FloridaFishingCouple Found you through Hieko's channel. Love both of your channels. You two collaborate well.

[@michaelrutledge7048]

Ooooh, that smarts!! I’ve done it many, many times over the years. Even hooked my big toe once!! Damn nice mutton though!! Actually, Dan, you could've left it in... just start hand fishing!!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Michael Rutledge: Bahahahahahah! That’s hilarious! Great comment! Thanks for watching and supporting our channel - Capt. Dan

[@zippytheoldhippy8418]

I thought I'd commented on the vid, be right back

[@kohenshlom]

top of the line video ! what a day ... fishing was so good you even hooked yourself (lots of lessons to learn ) impressive camera work by Elizabeth at painful to watch much less film good job all around be well

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

key west fishing: Thanks! It was quite a day! -Capt Dan

[@jessejuliano4283]

This is a great video! I’m sorry about your finger though 😮

[@andrewwojcik7754]

Big Dan can catch fish anywhere

[@hookdontail4623]

Also use pressure water hose form tail to head. Will remove scales for easier filet

[@Momentslikeme]

Have you tried eating the ballyhoo??? we have a similar fish down under in Australia called garfish. We roll them with a beer bottle from head to tail, when cooked the flesh peels away from the bones. Very tasty --

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Momentslikeme: I must admit, I never have. Think I would have to be VERY hungry to try! 😀 -Capt Dan

[@jettyred2947]

Wow! Fish was beautiful!! But that hook.....ouch! Don’t know how you stayed so calm Dan. Great job! Looks like y’all had a great time anyway. Do y’all ever cut the cheeks out of those big fish you catch? They are delicious! Keep up the great videos!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Jetty Red: I agree! The cheeks are the best fried up crispy! -Capt Dan

[@MrBrymstond]

You always snip the barb off the pull it through and if there's no room, make room, grin and bare it.

[@slim45GMG]

She said thank you for being Dinner to the mutton 😂😂😂

[@NEIL812]

Oh man, had the same thing happen to me with a stinger rig but went through the palm.of my hand. The barb was inbeded and did not go through and through so, had to continue pushing through the muscle, use a pair of pliers to pinch the barb off, cut the eye of the hook and pull it the rest of the way out of my hand. Stuck my hand in the ocean ( ocean water has iodine ) then rinse thoroughly with peroxide and keep fishing ( I did get a tetanus shot afterwards though). Thanks for the awesome video, as always and wait to keep a cool head under pressure!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Neil: Thanks bro! Good story. Been fishing all my life and this was my first hook “beyond the barb”. -Capt Dan

[@montyhaskett9392]

Awesome video you two, I just tuned in and love how you took it! Great fish and a suggestion for a knife is Silver stag in Washington state makes custom D4 Steel filet knives that cant be beat. No issues of being sharp, if it Dulls send it back in and they will resharpen it for you for free. Keep up the good work, looking forward to your next one!!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Monty Haskett: Yu are not the first to recommend the Silver Stag knives. They seem a bit pricey and I wish I could handle one or eye one before I went out on a limb and purchased one. Think I will reach out to them and check their prices. Thank you for the advice and really appreciate you commenting and watching our videos! -Capt Dan & Elizabeth

[@montyhaskett9392]

@@FloridaFishingCouple they are a family oriented company and I personally have 4 of them. They are beyond the quality you would. It in any store. Keep up the great videos and can't wait to see your next one.. tight lines and thanks for your response

[@jaredh7058]

What depth of water are yall fishing in here? And anchored or holding in place with motor? What do you look for on the sonar to find good places for bottom fishing like this? Family going on vacation to the keys this summer, looking for some tips

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Jared H: The bottom should be broken and jagged - large rocks and deep holes are what you are looking for. Mostly we drift over good looking bottom and over wrecks in 100 - 160 FOW. Hope this helps - also check out our videos very carefully for rigging tips and how we are fishing an area. -Capt Dan

[@jaredh7058]

@@FloridaFishingCouple Awesome thanks!

[@sirfred2004]

That scar you'll have will always remind you of that big ole Mutton!

[@FloridaFishingCouple]

Sir Fred 200: Looks like I have a piercing!! -Capt Dan