SPRO Neko Pliers

SPRO Neko Pliers take the fumbling out of Neko and wacky rigging. The spring-assisted jaws snap a nail weight or O-ring into place in one motion, so you can re-rig between bites instead of digging through your tackle bag.

Why Rigging By Hand Slows You Down

Pushing a nail weight into a worm by hand takes two hands, good light, and patience you don't have when fish are actively biting. Stainless steel jaws on these pliers grip the weight and drive it in straight and fast, with one hand, even with a wet or numb grip on a cold morning.

Built to Live on the Water

The stainless steel construction resists rust and holds up to repeated use without the jaws loosening. Textured rubber handles stay grippy when wet, and the spring assist means your hand does less work over a full day of rigging.

The Right Pick If...

You fish Neko rigs or wacky rigs regularly and want a dedicated tool instead of using your fingers or a multi-tool not built for the job. At 5 inches, they're compact enough to carry in a pocket or pliers holster all day.

Best Techniques and Conditions

Purpose-built for Neko rigging and wacky rigging soft plastics for bass. Especially useful in finesse situations, clear water, and pressured lakes where you're constantly swapping or re-rigging baits to keep a natural fall and action.

Best For

• Inserting nail weights for Neko rigging
• Rolling O-rings onto senko-style worms for wacky rigging
• Largemouth and smallmouth bass in finesse presentations
• Anglers who re-rig often and want a faster, one-handed setup

Key Features

• Stainless steel construction for durability and rust resistance
• Spring-assisted action for faster, easier rigging
• Textured rubber handles for a secure grip when wet
• Compact 5-inch length for easy carry

Models & Specs

Tackle Express Tips

• Pair with the O-Wacky Tool for a complete wacky rigging kit that covers both O-rings and nail weights.
• Keep a few Wacky O-Rings on hand so you're ready to switch between Neko and wacky presentations without extra trips to the tackle box.
• Rinse the jaws and pivot with fresh water after saltwater or brackish trips to keep the spring action smooth.

FAQ

Do these work for both Neko and wacky rigs?
Yes, the spring-assisted jaws handle inserting nail weights for Neko rigs and seating O-rings for wacky rigs.

Will the stainless steel rust over time?
Stainless steel resists rust well, though a fresh water rinse after use keeps the pivot and spring moving freely for the long run.

What size nail weights do they handle?
They're sized for the standard nail weights used in Neko rigging soft plastics; unusually large or custom weights may not seat as cleanly.