Captain
James McSwigin

Member since January 2021 Montauk, United States
Background
Fishing has always been my passion and since I was a small boy during the summer I could always be found on the shoreline with a pole in my hand. Over the years, fishing has become more than just a passion for me. It's a way of life. I have fished all over the world from the coast of Africa and South America to our local waters here in the United States. I have always found fishing to be both challenging, rewarding, and a great relaxation. I have gathered a tremendous amount of knowledge over the years and still to this day. Now I can typically be found off Montauk Point teaching others and keeping the rods bent.
Techniques
I have many styles and techniques of fishing depending on the species. Trolling, Jigging, live bait, drifting and bottom fishing are some of the most popular. Offshore for tuna and Billfish I usually troll with outriggers and a 9 to 11 rod trolling pattern using both artificial and hand rigged baits.

Hey, I'm Captain James McSwigin

Montauk, United States
Background
Fishing has always been my passion and since I was a small boy during the summer I could always be found on the shoreline with a pole in my hand. Over the years, fishing has become more than just a passion for me. It's a way of life. I have fished all over the world from the coast of Africa and South America to our local waters here in the United States. I have always found fishing to be both challenging, rewarding, and a great relaxation. I have gathered a tremendous amount of knowledge over the years and still to this day. Now I can typically be found off Montauk Point teaching others and keeping the rods bent.
Techniques
I have many styles and techniques of fishing depending on the species. Trolling, Jigging, live bait, drifting and bottom fishing are some of the most popular. Offshore for tuna and Billfish I usually troll with outriggers and a 9 to 11 rod trolling pattern using both artificial and hand rigged baits.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(47 reviews)
Montauk
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $750

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 47 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (60)
A day to remember for ages
A day to remember for ages
Great trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
87%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
92%
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Natalya Z.
Scarsdale, NY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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The best fishing trip

VERIFIED   5 HOUR TRIP (PM) on July 6, 2022
We booked James second time and we are extremely happy! The best fishing trip again! Thanks a lot The best...
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Jared M.
Lee's Summit, MO
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Afternoon trip

VERIFIED   5 HOUR TRIP (PM) on October 11, 2022
Hands down best experience ever with a charter.ย  Already looking to book again!
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Joseph M.
Mendham, NJ
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain Jim a Real Pro

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on September 27, 2021
Jim was truly a great captain. He knew where the fish were and brought us their where we caught our limit of striped bass in...
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Jake K.
New Orleans, LA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day Inshore Trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on August 12, 2021
Capt Jimmy and his mate Gavin were spectacular. We caught tons of bluefish, sea bass, porgies, and fluke. Capt Jimmy sure knows...
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Gloria G.
Brooklyn, New York
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 fishing

5 Hour Trip (AM) on June 2, 2021
Great experience fishing with Capt Jim and his crew. The boat was very clean and lots of fish caught. Canโ€™t wait to book...
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