Norfine 61cm Koi Pan Net with 1.8m Wooden Handle

Norfine 61cm Koi Pan Net with 1.8m Wooden Handle

This complete Norfine net combines a 61cm round pan head with a fixed 1.8m hardwood handle. It is an option for pond keepers who want a broad head and a ready-assembled wooden-handled net, without selecting a separate click-fit pole. Norfine specifies a 28mm-diameter handle and 6mm mesh for this model. The shallow pan shape is intended for controlled work around fish, rather than carrying a deep bag of debris.

Use a pan net to help position a fish for inspection or transfer while keeping it supported in the water. The size of the net does not make it a safe crane for lifting a large koi clear of the pond. Prepare a suitable transfer sock and receiving bowl before you begin, and choose equipment for the fish’s actual size and the working space available.

Technical details

The handle length is not the total assembled length or a promise of working reach. How far you can comfortably work depends on your grip, the height of the pond edge and the position of the net in the water. Check the route around planting, pipework and cover supports before deciding that a larger head will fit your pond.

When a fixed wooden handle is useful

A fixed handle gives a consistent length each time you use the net. There is no telescopic section to extend or lock, and the net is supplied as a complete unit. That can suit a regular handling position where you already know the required reach. Allow sufficient storage length and do not leave the handle across a walkway or balanced where it may fall into the pond.

For a smaller complete wooden-handled option, compare the Norfine 50cm Koi Net with 1.2m Wooden Handle. If adjustable reach is more useful, the Norfine Round Hex-Mesh Pan Nets with Extending Handles provide a different choice of head and handle arrangement. Compare the complete specifications rather than choosing only by price.

Head-only products are different

We also list a Norfine 61cm Koi Net Head for customers who need a head for a compatible separate handle. That is a different supply format from the complete wooden-handled net on this page. A matching diameter alone does not establish that a spare head or pole uses the same connection, so check the attachment before ordering replacement parts.

Preparing for a calm fish transfer

Start with a clean, undamaged net and a stable place to stand. Have the receiving bowl or tank ready and make sure the transfer route is clear. Wet the net before contact with a fish. Move steadily, using the net to guide the fish into a manageable position rather than repeatedly sweeping at it. Stop and reassess if the fish becomes difficult to control or the working position is unsafe.

A correctly selected Norfine Koi Sock Net can assist with the transfer stage. Open-ended mesh socks and water-retaining socks are not used in exactly the same way, so read the chosen model’s guidance first. Keep fins clear of the frame and avoid placing the fish’s full weight onto an unsupported fold of netting. Where you are unfamiliar with koi handling, obtain practical help before attempting to move a large fish.

Understanding the mesh

The 6mm mesh specification helps identify the net and its intended role. It is not a fine algae screen or fry-retention rating. Small material can pass through, and very small fish need equipment selected for their size. If your main task is collecting fine floating debris, choose a maintenance net designed for that purpose instead of expecting a koi pan net to perform every cleaning job.

Cleaning, inspection and storage

After use, remove trapped debris and rinse the mesh and frame. Check for broken strands, rough areas and movement at the handle connection. Inspect the wood for splinters or other damage, particularly before handling fish. Let the net dry and store it away from sharp tools or heavy objects that could distort the head.

If the net is used between ponds, follow an appropriate aquatic-equipment disinfection procedure, including any required rinse and drying stage. Do not assume that a quick rinse removes every contamination risk. Dedicated equipment for a quarantine or treatment system is worth considering as part of a consistent routine.

This product supplies one Norfine 61cm pan net with its fixed 1.8m hardwood handle. It does not include a bowl, transfer sock, replacement mesh or separate handle. Check the dimensions and supply format before ordering, especially when comparing it with the similarly sized head-only listings.