
Rapala SAS7C 7 Inch Side Cutter
The Rapala SAS7C 7 Inch Side Cutter handles the heavy cutting that standard pliers cannot. Wire leader, cable, monel rigging wire, even hooks that need to be cut off a fish. Carbon steel jaws with nickel coating resist saltwater corrosion. The co-molded handles provide grip and comfort. At $13.99, this is an essential companion to your regular fishing pliers.
- Cuts wire, cable, and hooks
- Carbon steel with nickel corrosion coating
- Co-molded comfort grip handles
- 7 inch length for leverage
- Companion tool to standard fishing pliers
The Heavy Cutter Your Pliers Cannot Replace
Standard fishing pliers have built-in cutters, but those cutters are made for line. Ask them to cut wire, cable, or a hook shank and you will ruin the cutting edges fast. The Rapala SAS7C is built specifically for heavy cutting tasks.
The carbon steel jaws deliver the cutting force that plier-mounted cutters cannot match. The 7 inch length provides leverage, and the nickel coating protects against salt spray. Keep this in your tackle bag next to your pliers. When the job is too heavy for the pliers, reach for the side cutter.
The carbon steel jaws deliver the cutting force that plier-mounted cutters cannot match. The 7 inch length provides leverage, and the nickel coating protects against salt spray. Keep this in your tackle bag next to your pliers. When the job is too heavy for the pliers, reach for the side cutter.
Heavy Duty Cutting Jaws
The carbon steel side-cutting jaws are built for wire, cable, and hook shanks. This is not a delicate line cutter. It is the tool you grab when something tough needs to be severed quickly.
Nickel Corrosion Coating
The carbon steel body is nickel coated for saltwater corrosion resistance. Rinse with fresh water after use and these cutters will maintain their cutting edge through many seasons.
Co-Molded Comfort Handles
The handles combine a firm base material with a softer grip surface for comfort during forceful cuts. The co-molded design stays put even with wet hands and gives you the leverage to cut through tough materials.
How to Use the Rapala 7 Inch Side Cutter
1. Position the wire, cable, or hook shank between the cutting jaws
2. Squeeze the handles firmly for a clean, single cut
3. For hooks embedded in fish, stabilize the hook with pliers and cut the shank
4. Remove the cut pieces carefully to avoid pricks
5. Rinse cutters with fresh water after saltwater use
6. Store in your tackle bag alongside your regular pliers
Specs & Common Questions
Everything you need to know before you buy
Full Specifications +
| Brand | Rapala |
| Model | SAS7C |
| Type | Side cutter |
| Material | Carbon steel, nickel coated |
| Length | 7 inches |
| Cuts | Wire, cable, hooks |
| Handles | Co-molded comfort grip |
| Price | $13.99 |
Can I use these to cut hooks off a fish? +
Yes. That is one of the primary uses. When a hook is too deep to remove safely, cut the hook shank with these side cutters and remove the pieces. Faster and safer for both you and the fish.
Will these cut wire leader? +
Yes. Carbon steel side-cutting jaws handle single strand wire, multi-strand cable, and piano wire. For rigging leader tips, check our wire leader guide.
Can I cut braid with these? +
You can, but it is overkill. Standard plier cutters or scissors handle braid fine. Save these for wire, cable, and hooks. Use the Rapala Fishing Clipper for line trimming.
How do these compare to the cutters on my pliers? +
Plier cutters are secondary features built into a multi-tool. These are dedicated cutting jaws with more leverage and harder steel. Use your pliers for line. Use these for everything harder.
Do I need these if I have good pliers? +
Yes. Cutting wire and hooks with plier cutters ruins them. Keep your plier cutters sharp for line by using dedicated side cutters for heavy tasks. At $13.99, it protects your plier investment.
What other tools pair well with these? +
Standard fishing pliers like the Rapala Salt Anglers Pliers, the Hook Sharpener, and the Fishing Clipper complete a solid tool kit.