Huge Florida Keys Hammerhead Shark

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As we were approaching a school of permit, this huge hammerhead shark swam under the boat. I quickly grabbed my Okuma Makaira 80w and baited it with a butterflied bonito. We watched the hammerhead shark circle the bait a few times before he grabbed it. The shark dragged the boat over a mile before we landed him! The hammerhead measured 11'6" and we estimated the weight at over 400lbs. The shark was released.

GEAR USED:

Bait Used --- Bonito

Hooks --- 18/0 Lindgren Pitman Circle hook

Leader --- 6ft of #19 single strand wire

Reel --- Okuma Makaira 80w

Line --- 200lb Jerry Brown backing with 200lb mono topshot

Rod --- Custom Barrett Shark Rod

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