Jim Butler

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Anglers' gallery (31)

What anglers say

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  Tim Oquinn

  

  Florida, US

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  Member since 2026

  5.0

  Verified

  one of the best experiences we have had fishing

  Half Day reef fishing Trip (AM) on May 24, 2026 • 2 adults

  we had a great day fishing with Captain Jim caught eight really nice mango snappers. it was a super windy day and choppy..and we had tried to book a few other charters offshore and they all canceled due to the weather so when we booked this with Jim he had the courtesy to call us and let us know that it was way too windy to go to The reef but if we were willing he had some great places he could take us and put us on some fish!!; so we took the chance and man did it pay off! we caught Big Mangrove snapper like you would normally catch on The reef in his private fishing areas not going to tell you where they are! super great guy went out of his way to make sure that we caught fish and that we had a good time I would recommend this to anyone whether you're a beginner or a seasoned fisherman but I am a beginner my husband is seasoned and we both had a wonderful experience!! boat was super clean has a restroom Jim is just totally amazing person can't wait to eat our fresh catch tonight!!

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  Response from Captain

  May 26, 2026

  thank you very much! that was a great trip for improvised bad weather day!

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  John Roush

  Repeat angler

  

  Ohio, US

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  Member since 2018

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  3 trips

  5.0

  Verified

  Great day on the water!

  Full day reef and offshore on March 26, 2026 • 2 adults

  My son Jack and I had a wonderful day fishing with Captain Jim! He was a blessingto work with, great equipment and undying devotion to finding the fish. His experience as well as his attitude were spot on. He is the Captain and first mate all in one and works his tail off while you enjoy the blessings of the waters of Islamorada. I highly recommend him and look forward to fishing with him again! Tight lines and Semper Fi!

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  Response from Captain

  March 30, 2026

  Thank you for fishing with me and your review! Hope to see you in the future,.

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  John O'hear

  Repeat angler

  

  Massachusetts, US

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  Member since 2025

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  2 trips

  5.0

  Verified

  We had a great time, plan to book again

  Half Day reef fishing Trip (AM) on March 1, 2026 • 2 adults

  Jim was great, he was super flexible and allowed us to do what we wanted to do. He also did a great job explaining our fishing strategy and he worked hard to get us on fish. We had a slow day fishing so he even took the time to show us some reefs and reef fish on the way in and gave us extra time out on the water. We are looking forward to booking again with him!

  

  Response from Captain

  March 4, 2026

  Thanks, I really enjoyed having you aboard Custom Charters, looking forward to your return.

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  Damon Pelicano

  

  New Jersey, US

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  Member since 2026

  5.0

  Verified

  couldn't ask for a better captain

  Half Day reef fishing Trip (AM) on August 18, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

  My wife, daughter (9), and myself had a blast with Captain Jim. My daughter caught her 1st fish only because of the Captain's expertise and determination! Great time from beginning to end.

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  Response from Captain

  August 23, 2026

  Thank you very much! I was determined your sweet daughter was going to catch a Mahi.

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  Joe Robert

  Repeat angler

  

  Pennsylvania, US

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  Member since 2023

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  6 trips

  5.0

  Verified

  We caught a sailfish and had lots of fun!

  Half Day reef fishing Trip (AM) on July 22, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

  Captain took care of my son and me, and we had lots of fun. We caught some fish and enjoyed the day together. Captain was great and made the trip special for my birthday.

  

  Response from Captain

  July 25, 2026

  Thank you very much! Great half day fishing