Need a snake hook

[bekers71]

I know some one here sells snake hooks, but I can't remember who. If some one could let me know who it is I'd be grateful. :)

[dwyn127]

I know some one here sells snake hooks, but I can't remember who. If some one could let me know who it is I'd be grateful. :)

If you don't find this person, let me know. I'll be going to the Cleveland show on Oct 4th and there's a booth there sells them. I picked one up for my feeding day maniacs. The one I got is expandable like an antenna. They carry all sizes, some with graphite shafts that are stiff and light weight.

I'd be glad to pick one up for you.

[bekers71]

Thanks Danny! I really appreciate it. A couple of my boas are a little cage aggressive and I've decided that it's time to start using a hook to let them know I'm there. LOL

[glenhead]

Sorry this isn't a direct answer, but if you're interested in DIY here's a suggestion.

Go to a pawnshop and get a golf club. Go to a hardware store and get something like a small-diameter metal plant stake (3/8" or smaller) and some epoxy. Using a vise, put a 90-degree bend about six inches from the sharp end of the stake. If the point is too sharp, blunt it by filing it (or just grind it on concrete). You can also make the bend before you cut the stake by hanging six inches or so off a hard, strong edge (like a workbench or curb) and putting a 2x4 (or even a flat rock) to hold the long end, then bend the free end, or use a hammer if it won't bend. You might also be able to clamp the sharp end under said 2x4 or rock, stand on the clamp, and pull up to make the bend. Cut the stake about six inches above the bend.

Cut the golf club at a point that's slightly bigger than the stake. Smear epoxy inside the cut end, stick the stake inside, and smear more epoxy on the joint to anchor it in place.

They may not be pretty, but they're cheap, effective, and you can make more than one from a long plant stake. I used one for years and years.

(Edit) If this is for in-house use, a really-really cheap pawn-shop 5-iron will do the trick nicely, without modification.

[Susielea]

Becky, I think you may be thinking of The Snake Guru (http://www.cornsnakes.com/forums/member.php?u=15273), if my memory serves me correctly :)

[bekers71]

Becky, I think you may be thinking of The Snake Guru (http://www.cornsnakes.com/forums/member.php?u=15273), if my memory serves me correctly :)

That's it! Thanks Sue! :)

[CaptBogart]

I think Kathy Love has them on her site too...

[snakemom1961]

I thought at one time tyflier was selling them also.

[dwyn127]

I thought at one time tyflier was selling them also.

Chris was selling hookers, not hooks...lol

[Old_School]

I get mine from mid-west tongs, or also "The Bean Farm" carries them.

[crackerhead]

I sell them at my table every Wheaton Show. A good friend of mine makes them as a hobby. I own two and I love them!
Terri

[bekers71]

Thanks for all the great info every one. I'll check out some of the suggestions here and see who has what. :)

[leper65]

I bought a 4" Mini Paint Roller at Lowe's for $2 and a cheap screw-in handle for $6, works good for what I need, ain't pretty though...

http://images.lowes.com/product/732087/732087866407.jpg

http://images.lowes.com/product/098991/098991003636.jpg

[bekers71]

I bought a 4" Mini Paint Roller at Lowe's for $2 and a cheap screw-in handle for $6, works good for what I need, ain't pretty though...


I never would have thought of that! Great idea for the do it yourselfer! Thanks for the idea. :)