Captain
James Byrd

Member since March 2018 Wanchese, United States
Background
Captain James Byrd is a true North Carolina local, having grown up in the Outer Banks area. He's spent his childhood fishing and then proceeded to make his life about fishing as well. He has over two decades of angling under his tackle belt, with 15 years of that being a licensed captain. His greatly enjoys being able to take people out on the water and show them the best fishing experience they've ever had in their life!
Techniques
Bottom fishing and trolling the ocean waters is my preferred type of fishing.

Hey, I'm Captain James Byrd

Wanchese, United States
Background
Captain James Byrd is a true North Carolina local, having grown up in the Outer Banks area. He's spent his childhood fishing and then proceeded to make his life about fishing as well. He has over two decades of angling under his tackle belt, with 15 years of that being a licensed captain. His greatly enjoys being able to take people out on the water and show them the best fishing experience they've ever had in their life!
Techniques
Bottom fishing and trolling the ocean waters is my preferred type of fishing.
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My Charter Listing

Hitman Sportfishing

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(150 reviews)
Wanchese
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Trips from US $750

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 150 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (124)
Great day of fishing
Great fishing experience on Hitman, Capt James and Nick.
Great time!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
84%
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Jon T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Hurricane Debra was not a challage

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (10:30AM) on August 6, 2024
Went out in the rain and fished through the storm. Fish didnโ€™t care about the rain and neither did we. Caught 22 fish
Jon T. recommends Hitman Sportfishing
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Cody J.
Chicago, IL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full Day Near Shore

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 22, 2022
Being the first fishing charter Iโ€™ve been on I didnโ€™t know what to expect.ย  I was hoping for mahi and heโ€™ll even a sailfish,...
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Amy S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Nice Charter

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 5, 2024
Very easy to book and communication was great ! We caught fish and had a great time!
Amy S. recommends Hitman Sportfishing
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Jose R.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Hitman is the way to go

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 5, 2024
Cap Byrd and Nick went out of their way to find fish as the day was far from ideal. They did everything within their capabilities,...
Jose R. recommends Hitman Sportfishing
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Ralston S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day on the water

VERIFIED   Extended Full Day Trip โ€“ Gulfstream on June 11, 2024
The captain and mate were nice and we caught 10 tile fish and 7 tuna.ย  Was a good time
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