Spearfishing Groupers | Tangled Up (Raw Clips)

[@mario.assaad]

“Maybe this video will bring joy to some people.” Well, here’s one of them: me😊 Thank you so much!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha love to hear it!

[@connercoy2599]

This footage was not a waste of time, thank you very much Aaron!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@burritoheadassj3577]

Why do you say that

[@jamesschrader8193]

Aron* what the fu€¥ is a bow line knot. I was a roofer and went to knot u. Never heard of a bow knot. Thank you for sharing your videos and answering my stupid questions!!!

[@Danielgonzalez-kr4lm]

I love how you show when you miss on braining the fish it teaches us exactly when you know the fish is dead rather then assuming because you stabbed it in that spot! Thanks man

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@michaeltaylor3172]

Anyone else HOLDING THEIR BREATH watching this!? 😂 Thank you Aaron!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha love it!

[@alquinn3562]

I’m a scuba diver. I never hold my breath. Lol the video is definitely breathtaking though

[@martybenham2579]

I did and about passed out lol😂

[@chapixx]

We need a Grammy for the best raw content This is the life no great plan just being the flow

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@jayrobertson232]

Good footage, eye opening for those of us who’ve never done this. Thanks for always providing safety explanations and insights.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@hobotnica8144]

Never a waste of time watching your stuff Aaron.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thank you!

[@georgeniebergall7074]

Aaron, nothing is a waste of time watching you was perfection. Everybody should be happy for your honest opinion and schooling especially love you show.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks 🙏

[@bluesinmontreal]

Feels like we're diving with you... Thank you.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@kellystewart2977]

We enjoyed the day out, thanks for taking us with you. Tell Madeline hi for us! Have a great weekend. 😊

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks so much!

[@bjet80s45]

Def not a waste of time. Shows us folks that stay on the boat the process of how you get the fish in the boat. Stay safe and thanks again 🙏

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thank you!

[@bozbox7453]

Your surface technique was fun to listen to in this one. As always, big respect for the way you dispatch the harvest. Gee new!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@diveflyfish]

Phenomenal Advice on tangle and when the return to surface reserve. Temp, Time, Exertion all play a factor....

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@hontxn4636]

One thing that scuba diving helped me get better at is remaining calm during times of slight chaos. Assess the situation, develop a plan of action then proceed deliberately with confidence.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thats good!

[@Will-ol9lp]

A dive is never useless we always learn from it. We always enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Very nice

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@FishingWithWood]

This is the original content that made me enter the world of free diving and spear fishing love it!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

really love to hear that!

[@maybelmungin1138]

Yes, Mr MT, I liked your comment because I was holding my breath as well. Was so happy that his experience resolved the situation favorably. I love and enjoy watching fishing videos. I have no knowledge of fishing and I’m learning from his teachings. Great job Aaron, Stay safe.❤

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks so much

[@Kendalwong]

I love watching your videos. Any video is better than no video. Sincerely, someone who’s been watching continuously for over a year now. I love the ocean and the life below the surface. Many many people never get to see this kinda stuff in their lifetime. Thank you for being here❤

[@KeyWestWaterman]

really love to hear that! thanks so much 🙏

[@photodivainwa]

This old lady loves your videos and calming voice. I will never get to go to Florida or eat mangrove snapper, grouper,etc. I have always dreamed of going after retirement. My mobility won’t let me due to leukemia. At least I can eat salmon and halibut that can be bought at the store. For that I can be thankful to watch saltwater fishing videos. 😊😊😊

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear you enjoy them! 🙏

[@ToilOrStarve]

I learn something from each of your videos. Your experience is priceless.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear that! if I learn at least one thing I consider it a good day.

[@PSSKDerby]

Great video Aaron! Love your videos for many reasons, but this one really brings home about how you value safety and with that, your life. I’m not a diver by any means, but even if I was a newbie or someone with some experience, I would watch you for your lessons of survival, because of how much you care to teach the importance of not putting yourself in harm’s way for any reason. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

I've got way too much to live for! thanks so much for the positive feedback. much appreciated 🙏

[@ThaiNguyen-wg3uy]

I’m not in a good place right now and your vids has always bring me back somewhat to a better place then I was. Thank you again for it and thank you for always trying to respond to us little people! When I plan to go back to Big Pine to visit my family, I hope to charter anything that you offer just once to say that I met you! Thank you!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

hope the bad times pass soon! thanks for coming along 🙏

[@WoodTramp]

I hope your troubles pass soon. I also love these "mind drain" videos. They do me good, too.

[@Allirys]

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[@jamesthompson8133]

Great job brother! You don’t think a whole lot about it but some of these little tidbits of wisdom might just save someone’s ass one day. Thanks for sharing!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks for coming along!

[@juliamcarthur6600]

Never a waste of time love watching your footage, I just wish I was up to learning how to dive so I could enjoy watching the fish like you do.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@ameraboukhadra7618]

Great episode and awesome content! Thanks for sharing this on a Thursday. An unexpected pleasant surprise.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@LastKastFishing]

Never a waste of time Aaron, your videos are always so peaceful to watch. Get me a little closer to moving to key west every time.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha love to hear it

[@mattmoreau8709]

Brother, you could film anything without commentating and people will watch and appreciate the content. Moved to Tennessee and we all miss the water. In a way, you bring us back and spark memories from past experiences that lead to happiness, laughter and fellowship. So from my family to yours, thank you! We look forward to watching you and your channel grow 💪🏼

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks so much 🙏

[@gguanche7]

Always very important to stay calm in those situations - easier said than done. Love the raw clips, thanks for sharing

[@KeyWestWaterman]

def is

[@gorillahd9247]

Another great video Aaron. Thanks for taking us with you.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks so much!

[@keithsanders9396]

This was great - that first reef was so pretty and had so much life on it, I just enjoyed looking around at it.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

it was teeming!

[@anwi7708]

And that is how to fillet a speargun. You are a master of your craft. Thank you!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks for watching!

[@Floridadude121]

Freaking loving every raw video! Learn something from every day with you.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@hypraktiv]

I think a lot of people liked it, I definitely did. Thanks for sharing, been stuck inside all week due to the weather, definitely helped with the can't fish blues.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoyed it!

[@tstevens5757]

Thanks for the bonus content the last 2 weeks! I look forward to Monday’s at 6pm and it’s always nice to have a midweek video too

[@KeyWestWaterman]

trying to sneak some extras in!

[@Fairplayer43]

Thank you for the video señor!!!❤😊 Variety is the spice if life ... Liked this format too!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoyed it!

[@WanderingBobAK]

Thanks for sharing the safety aspect. 100% valuable info.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@urbancornbread5500]

"I figured someone would enjoy the dives..." he says nonchalantly.😜

[@KeyWestWaterman]

lol

[@jimhill2165]

Love all of your videos. I would LOVE to see a video where you used a three prong Hawaiian sling as opposed to the gun. Would be very interested in hearing your takes on the differences.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it! and probably wouldn't go well with most of the species we hunt. but maybe one day!

[@jimhill2165]

@KeyWestWaterman we've been doing that with mangroves and grouper etc forever off marathon, but watching you I realize we've been doing it the hard way. 😆 🤙

[@AlejandroHernandez-pe4hg]

Aaron, please, from time to time also share videos like these .... It would be very good and at the same time they are enjoyed the same, I began to study English much more to be able to understand what you said in your videos, because the truth is that your videos are the best

[@KeyWestWaterman]

I will continue to post some, love to hear you enjoy them! thanks so much 🙏

[@Hairy_man_]

Appreciate the raw footage feels like I’m there with you

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@robertmalis4493]

As usual man another great video, I love the way you point out things as a teaching moment biggest thing is when your skin diving or scuba diving is never panic and you’ve illustrated that perfect

[@KeyWestWaterman]

couldn't agree more! panic creates more trouble.

[@juliafiore120]

I, personally love this typr of filming. No music, natural sounds under the sea, with you narrating as you go. 6:56 I see that shark, Aaron! 😳😂

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha thanks for coming along!

[@juliafiore120]

@@KeyWestWaterman I got your back… from my couch 😂

[@billytripp4849]

Crazy how quick things can get dicey under water! I scuba dive and you always have to be mindful of getting wrapped up in line, old nets and monofilament is the worst, hard to see till you are in it. Love the video and stay safe.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

really is wild!

[@Parzival.007]

I love these dive videos! Seeing all the different species of fish and trying my best to identify them! Can’t wait for your Fish Identification video , gonna be awesome to see! Thanks again for bringing us along!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it, hopefully can get it up in the near future

[@darrenlambert3448]

I love all your episodes, this one was my favorite. Thanks for the show!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoyed it!

[@justuschmiii3173]

I always love underwater shots and the professionalism...! Will threw down with those fish tamales...! TNX 4 VID LOL WOW

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@WilliamJohnson-tx7no]

Always a treat to get an extra video from you, thanks for taking us along, great video 👍👍😎

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoyed it!

[@lewislambert2141]

Thanks for taking us along, love all your video, you're a true artist my friend!!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@christinah.7477]

So glad you shared this Aaron - great visibility. Wow, informative and instructional 6:48. Thank you!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it!

[@topkat48]

Enjoyable, Aaron. Thanks.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks for watching!

[@lanasawyer9812]

Onus! I was t expecting to get to see this today! Thanks for sharing!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha glad you enjoyed it!

[@davidgraham4807]

Man…the visibility is unreal. Diving in the northern Gulf is so different. A good day for me is 20 feet of vis. You’re blessed my friend. Great content by the way.

[@gurufpv8444]

i liked the raw footage thanks :D would like to see this mixed into the rotation of videos every once in a while.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

appreciate the feedback!

[@tombrown7577]

I have only been to the keys one time in my life but I can see why some stay there their whole life. A water person's heaven on earth. I can imagine what you see and how you feel being on these beautiful coral reefs full of life and beauty. Hope it keeps you young and stay safe.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

it never gets old. captured me for sure.

[@lexensio5319]

your footage is always fun to watch, never a waste than you.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it.

[@comfortablynumb9342]

That tip about the weight belts is a very good PSA. I wouldn't have known not to tuck in the extra. Have you ever thought of taking a rattle or other noise maker to see if fish come to check it out? Rattling lures catch fish, they might call fish out from the rocks or make them hesitate if you make the right sounds. I wonder if it would help with bottom fish and also wahoo or other pelagics.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it! and I haven't alot of times we use the throw flashers or just make some commotion in the sand

[@carsonands]

what an absolutely insane spot dreamy...

[@KeyWestWaterman]

sure was!

[@jamesthompson8133]

Great job man! I took a break and was watching your buddy blue Gabe and saw this flash up so Gabe had to wait. I would rather watch you dive than anyone else. Love those grouper! Keep it safe man!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha love to hear that! 🙏

[@MetalDetectingwithCZkidd]

Well done. This brought back some good old diving on the Atlantic side of the isthmus. Dad got caught up on a big jewfish, at that time he was running 600 lb test SS braided leader. The old Aluminum VOIT guns. The leader caught around his fingers. He was able to get to his Buck Nemo and with a single swipe, cut through that leader and got topside. Said he never panicked, just awareness of the situation and what needed to get done. He got that jewfish. He also taught me the same on the weight belt. Had me practice the release sometimes. Never ever wrap the tag end around the belt. Enjoyed the vid.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

some scary stuff right there! one of the reasons I stopped shooting cable years back.

[@allneedsmobiledustlessblas2859]

Thanks for taking us along. Micky C

[@KeyWestWaterman]

happy to!

[@wecanjump7512]

Oh man, scary stuff. Like you, I'm good at staying calm in dangerous situations. But after the fact? Don't know about you, but that's when I get afraid. Well, more like intrusive thoughts about what could have happened. Great post, especially the part about the dive belt release.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoyed it! I do my best to stay positive and calm during and after. free diving is so much more of a mental game than most realize.

[@vincentmangeaux9419]

Three vids in one week 🙏

[@KeyWestWaterman]

working OT!

[@lewisspeed3041]

Anything you film is great,glad you didn’t get hurt down there,also your camera seems to be picking up great colors,especially the yellows and blues,always a good day when you can bring some grouper home.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

yea i've been working on getting it dialed in. shooting in manual now

[@lewisspeed3041]

@@KeyWestWaterman looks real good,stay safe bro

[@enyapnomar]

I was having a rough end of the day. Today's video was pretty damned good at calming me down before bed. It was worth it to me. Great videos as always, always appreciated. Excel at what you're doing and keep it real.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear that 🙏

[@jamescarpenter1999]

Absolutly amazing footage Dibbs! ON A THURSDAY!!! THANKS so much for the time and effort you put into showing the videos! Any Dibbs footage is GREAT footage!!!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@amritsingh5054]

Man you live the life you show us ,your videos are like little Documentary ,I hope people see this and use this as a learning tool all the little informative hints that adds up what really hit home for me is don’t tuck that end in $$$ Thank you and Keep em coming

[@KeyWestWaterman]

really appreciate that!

[@driftless1870]

Finding a great new video dropped on a Thursday afternoon. What sorcery is this?!?!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha

[@TheRenemeng]

Never a waste of time but definitely always and enjoyment bro! Been in north California for the last 6 months and I cannot wait to get back to Florida so i can dive.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thank you!

[@ryt2carry]

That was a great video. I sure enjoyed seeing all the underwater life. Nice job.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoyed it!

[@davidgant7735]

First time commenter here. Luv watching your vids with my son, he wants to be you when he grows up. I've always wondered why you never harvest reds, thanks for explaining it in this vid. Keep up the great content!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

appreciate the comment! and yea I stopped a while back, I still let charters shoot them here and there but they get hit pretty hard.

[@juliafiore120]

15:16 it’s back! 🦈 oh my frickin’ word, it moves fast!!! 😳😩 I would literally be terrified 😂

[@KeyWestWaterman]

they are sneaky for sure!

[@coreysmith8990]

Good shootin Capt! I could watch this all day.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@newbreedian]

Bro I appreciate this vid so much! Never actually seen a tangle and how easily it can happen. I learned something about how to deal with it. Assess the situation first before choosing what to do. Might not need to just drop the belt. But to know that it’s an clear option when things go bad so quickly. You’ve probably saved a few lives with this vid bro.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

if i learn at least one thing I consider it a good day, love to hear that. 🙏

[@VernBigDaddy]

I can’t get enough of the “Grouper Grunt”.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha

[@SpearingWithSlurpey]

in avatar 2 they make fun of "calling fish" when they were spearfishing in the movie sorta funny.

[@VernBigDaddy]

@@SpearingWithSlurpey it makes sense to me. I “quack” at whitetail just before fire most times.

[@SpearingWithSlurpey]

@@VernBigDaddy yeah I do it diving all the time, just funny a movie randomly jokes about it. Calling works, hollywood thinks otherwise.

[@littletorchliving3289]

Thanks Aaron - great footage!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks for watching!

[@jjomsky7946]

Thank you Aaron, enjoyed the video very much!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it!

[@zylomorph]

I'd like to think the info you give in this video will save someone's life one day. Great video as always!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

would definitely be worth while then! thanks for watching!

[@haroldtaylor9361]

I greatly miss my underwater time, love these!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@scorporsupremacy7948]

*ALWAYS* a pleasure to watch your videos 👍🏽🇻🇮

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thank you!

[@RagingNana57]

I love your dive videos. The sounds are so relaxing.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@tygoom]

The situation awareness is number 1

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@forteka81]

Always a treat

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@brennandampier1529]

Raw clips are great

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoy them!

[@robertbadger9971]

Never a waste of time. Thanks Aaron

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks so much

[@johnlukasik8045]

I have to give you a whole lot of credit for how deep you can dive, and for how long you can hold your breath ! I used to be able to swim four laps in a full size, inground swimming pool in one breath, but not anymore ! 😅

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha thats petty impressive!

[@jeromehall4359]

A Thursday video this is awesome my bro ilove it thank you for the content❤❤❤❤❤ we all appreciate you.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks for coming along!

[@joshuadebolt3752]

Cool video! Really enjoyed the raw footage.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoyed it!

[@likeitornotbut5900]

If I want to watch a cooking show Ill turn on a Martha Stewart program. I tune in for the diving RAW footage exclusively!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha

[@JuanCruz-km3ec]

Good afternoon, young brother. Listen, I see you dive past the Atlantic Spadefish. If you haven't tried one, maybe you should. A nice thick one, awesome filets, and tasty, too.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha, I just prefer other fish over them. I know alot of people eat them! nothing wrong with that.

[@JuanCruz-km3ec]

Me I love it.🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@windowshots]

I enjoyed this episode while eating my store bought fresh sable fish.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha

[@eddyballester8990]

Thanks so much for this bonus show Capt.! Really enjoyed it. What was the avg depth of your dives? Looking forward to viewing your next program

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it, and most of these on this day were around 45-50

[@richardmocko1930]

Aaron, Good video when I free dive I always have a Spear Air Tank on my weight belt just incase I need it you should get one.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

not a fan of that, just more equipment to carry. Again I never push myself to a point where I should need it.

[@MrJeepar]

Good day Matt I'm a pro diver but still learning from you bro wen you said not worth it you have another day to enjoy again

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear that! 🙏

[@pawshog]

Very cool to see when everything doesn't go Perfectly and how to deal with it !!! Thanks

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@CBRudy1]

Educational as always. Why do you keep looking at your watch in the video? Thanks and keep up the great work.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

looking at my surface interval, how long I've been breathing up

[@slaw8609]

Amazing video as always.. you are a teacher my friend

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@tyler9953]

As always, fantastic vid. Don't apologize for putting out great content!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

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[@MEGA_SOKO]

I want you to know that I've learned so much from your videos. Having been an experienced diver for 10+ years, took a break for a few years, then switching to freediving for spearing has been a whole new mindset of diving. I just bought a marseilles style weight belt a month ago after owning a traditional soft pouch belt for 20+ years. I hated it, had to crank it tight to keep in place, then while watching your videos, did some homework on the silicone belts you use and made the switch. A lot of people may not know/understand the silicone weight belt concept, so maybe you can do a video explaining the why's behind some of your specific gear. I'd also like to know more about your floating fish flasher setup. Researching building one for myself. Stay safe!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thats awesome really love to hear it! I plan on making alot of informational type videos in the near future for all the beginners. so much stuff I just do without thinking anyone. that I picked up on my own throughout the years.

[@jamaicarepost]

I so wanna dive with this dude

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha

[@kenlyexantus2475]

Ii second that

[@Hellfrolic71]

Book it.

[@KyleStjohn-lu6ew]

Same heading down their in August for a week

[@mritolduso7355]

Get in line dude! 😂

[@wicholee1]

great work, thanks for sharing, always excellent

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Thank you! Cheers!