Koi Pro 60cm Koi Net with 2.5m Aluminium Handle

Koi Pro 60cm Koi Net with 2.5m Aluminium Handle

A complete round net with a two-part handle and storage holdall

The Koi Pro 60cm Koi Net combines a round 60cm head with a 250cm aluminium handle for guiding koi during planned inspection and transfer. This is manufacturer model 09050540, supplied as a complete net with a holdall. The handle separates into two parts, making it more manageable to transport and store between handling sessions.

The supplier’s photograph illustrates more than one size in the range. This listing supplies one 60cm net with its 2.5m handle. It is a useful option when you want the head and pole supplied together, with the dimensions clearly defined before choosing equipment for your pond.

Dimensions and included equipment

Brand	Koi Pro
Round head diameter	60cm
Handle length	250cm / 2.5m
Handle	Aluminium, two-part construction
Supplied with	Complete net and holdall
Manufacturer reference	09050540
Supplier reference	NH555

Check head size and reach separately

The 60cm diameter describes the head; 2.5m describes the handle. The handle figure is not a measurement of the entire assembled net including the head. Consider where you can stand securely, the distance to the fish and the angle at which you will work. Pond width alone will not tell you whether you can use the net comfortably.

Also check the space between planting, pipework and other obstacles through which the head will move. A net that reaches the fish still needs a clear path back towards the transfer area. Choose the head around the fish you need to guide, allowing room rather than treating its diameter as a maximum fish-length rating.

Aluminium construction and the two-part handle

Aquadistri describes this aluminium range as lightweight and strong. The two-part design is useful where keeping a full-length pole assembled would be inconvenient, such as in a small equipment store or when travelling with handling gear. Assemble it before catching fish and check that the sections and head are secure.

Keep the connection clean and inspect it for wear whenever the handle is put together. If a joint feels loose or does not seat correctly, resolve that before use. Separating the handle for storage should not be confused with telescopic length adjustment; choose this model for its stated 2.5m handle length.

Prepare a calm transfer route

Have the receiving bowl and a suitable transfer sock or bag ready before approaching the fish. Blue Ridge Koi advises using a pan net with slow, deliberate movements and avoiding chasing koi around the pond. Keep the fish supported by water while guiding it into position.

For the next stage, our Norfine koi sock nets provide separate transfer options. Check the sock size and whether it retains water before choosing. The complete Koi Pro net helps position a fish; a suitable sock or transfer bag supports the controlled move between the pond and receiving vessel.

Plan the inspection before using the net

Cuttlebrook Koi Farm recommends minimising handling because unnecessary contact can cause stress and injury. Decide what you need to inspect, have any camera or notes ready and arrange experienced help if you are unfamiliar with handling koi. Do not lift and carry a fish above the water in this round net.

If a bowl is required, select it independently of the net-head diameter. The Koi Pro 67cm bowl is one option to compare, but suitability depends on the fish’s size, water depth and the working room needed. A numerically larger bowl diameter does not establish a suitable complete handling setup by itself.

Mesh checks and replacement netting

Before every use, examine the netting and rim for tears, worn areas or anything that could catch a fin. Check around the head connection as well as the main net surface. If damage is present, put the equipment aside until it has been repaired correctly or replaced.

The manufacturer lists replacement netting for this range. When seeking a replacement, quote model 09050540 and the 60cm head size so the exact fit can be checked. Similar diameter alone does not confirm how replacement material attaches to the rim, and replacement netting cannot repair a damaged frame or handle.

Cleaning and putting the net away

Rinse away debris after use, follow an appropriate hygiene routine for fish-contact equipment and allow the net to dry before packing it. Keep quarantine equipment management separate where appropriate. Visible cleanliness is only one part of deciding whether equipment can move safely between different groups of fish.

Use the supplied holdall to keep the parts together during storage and transport. Avoid trapping the mesh in the closure or placing heavy tools on top of the head. Before the next session, check the condition again and assemble the net before the fish needs to be moved.