Is it possible to land a big fish without a gaff or net?

[vincentek9]

possible, but why would you want to gamble with such a thing?

1. you can bounce a 20# tuna into your yak can break off fish or break rod
2. trying to grab the fish is very unsafe. it freaks them out and they take off
3. if you really cant afford a gaff/net.. maybe try a tail rope? this is also tricky.