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Country Music Artist ANDREW BEAM

Country Music Artist ANDREW BEAM

Greetings friends! Justin Hodge here, content creator and photographer/videographer for Hook + Gaff. Today I wanted to share a recent experience with all of you. I had the chance to...
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Duck Hunting in Arkansas

Duck Hunting in Arkansas

Hook + Gaff photographer/videographer Justin Hodge heads to the Arkansas Timber with his dad for some epic duck hunting.
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Hunting Gambel's Quail in Tucson, AZ

Hunting Gambel's Quail in Tucson, AZ

Michael Sims here, CoFounder and President of Hook + Gaff. We hope everyone had a great summer, and now that fall is in full swing and the holidays are right...
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Lady Angler

A Lady's Angle, with Natalie Bennion

Idaho native Natalie Bennion discusses life, motherhood, fly fishing, and her passion for the outdoors.
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The Continued Pursuit

The Continued Pursuit

Michael Sims here, Co-Founder and President of Hook + Gaff.  It’s been a short while since I’ve written about any of our outdoor pursuits, and I’ll be honest, with the...
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What You Should Look for When You’re Choosing a Watch

What You Should Look for When You’re Choosing a Watch

Are you in the market for a new watch? When you first start doing research, it can be hard to identify which features you should actually care about, and which...
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Traditional vs. Smartwatches: Which Are Better?

Traditional vs. Smartwatches: Which Are Better?

In the world of watches, there’s a frequent discussion comparing and contrasting traditional watches with smartwatches. Each has its own set of features and benefits, but it boils down to...
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The Ultimate 2019 Holiday Gift Guide — Find Something for Everyone on Your List!

The Ultimate 2019 Holiday Gift Guide — Find Something for Everyone on Your List!

Wondering what to get for your special someone or family member this holiday season? Here at Hook+Gaff, we know that the best gift you can give and receive is quality...
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Swiss Movement vs. Japanese Movement: What’s the Difference?

Swiss Movement vs. Japanese Movement: What’s the Difference?

The Swiss are well-known for a few things: cheese, chocolate, a neutral foreign policy and — of course — watches. You’ve probably recognized a “Swiss-made” stamp on a watch as...
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How to Properly Clean and Care for Your Hook + Gaff Watch

How to Properly Clean and Care for Your Hook + Gaff Watch

Hook+Gaff watches have earned a reputation for their high-level durability in rough outdoor conditions. Our watches are built with purpose for those who are frequently heading out before dawn, regularly...
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Epic trip to the Keys

Epic trip to the Keys

The trip happened during prime tarpon season.  We hauled 2 hells bay flats boats from Charleston all the way to Cudjoe key.  We camped on the beach on Amelia island...
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Introducing the Hook+Gaff Field Watch

Introducing the Hook+Gaff Field Watch

  Howdy folks! I wanted to write a few words about the release of our new Field Watch, plus explain some of its features and why we decided to launch...
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bandon dunes golf resort

Playing in the 2019 Four-Ball Championship at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort

  It’s evident that we are avid anglers here at Hook + Gaff, but many of you probably don’t know that I have played competitive golf my whole life.  For...
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fathers day watches - gift guide

2019 Father’s Day Gift Guide: Find a Gift Perfectly Suited to Dad’s Personality

From offering endless piggyback rides to patiently teaching us to bait a hook, there’s no one in the world quite like Dad. Fathers usually wear many hats, making them the...
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Off the Grid in Costa Rica

Off the Grid in Costa Rica

H+G Co-Founder Michael Sims recently returned from a trip to Costa Rica. His travels took him somewhat off the grid from the normal resort destinations most of us have become...
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how do tide watches work

Timing the Tide: The Ultimate Guide to Tide Watches & How They Work

The mechanics behind how a tide watch works are sophisticated, but their purpose is simple: to accurately and clearly convey the ebb and flow of the ocean’s surface.
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graduation watches gift guide

6 Watches That Make a Timeless Graduation Gift

There’s something symbolic about giving a gift that honors the passing of time, especially to commemorate one of life’s great milestones: graduation. Whether the young scholar is finally making it...
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mothers day gift guide - watches

The Ultimate 2019 Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Here at Hook+Gaff, we want to take a moment on Sunday, May 12, to pause and acknowledge all the moms out there. For all of the selfless sacrifices, perfectly prepared...
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