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Submitted by Chase on Thu, 01/17/2008 - 04:05

do you measure an abalone by the shell or whats inside the shell

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measure 8" abs

Submitted by norcaldivr on Tue, 05/05/2009 - 03:47.

I dont know if it wil help anyone but i measure my abs with a multi gauge. My gauge is a 10" on one side and an 8" on the other. Im not saying you need a 10" gauge but if you carry a 8" gauge always and nothing other you should not have any problems. Even in 8-10' of water there are plenty of 8" abs also taking bigger abs prolongs the groth cycle of of the smaller ones......just a helpful hint.....

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yap thats right, you should

Submitted by krisdude on Mon, 01/21/2008 - 02:15.

yap thats right, you should also pluck an ab alot biger than 7" so you don't half to woriey about if the shell chips.

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Kris Timmons

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To answer your question:

Submitted by drankin on Thu, 01/17/2008 - 06:34.

Chase you measure the abalone at the largest point; from outside edge to outside edge.
Keep in mind that if the shell breaks or even chips you need to keep all of the pieces to show that it was a legal size. Abalone must remain attached to the shell when in transport.

Have a great day,

David

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