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Bankstick accessory · Hand protection · Our take
Century Black Stealth Palm Saver For Chunky Fishing Banksticks
Century Black Stealth Palm Saver for Chunky Fishing Banksticks
A simple bit of kit that makes driving chunky Century banksticks into hard ground kinder on your hands. No faff, no nonsense — just a bigger pushing surface when the margins are a bit brutal.
- Designed specifically for Century chunky fishing banksticks.
- Creates a larger palm-contact area for pushing the bankstick into the ground.
- Fits into the outer section after the bankstick’s inner section is removed.
- A thumb screw locks the Palm Saver in position.
- Manufacturer model 3622; listed at around £10.
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the Century Black Stealth Palm Saver, manufacturer model 3622, also listed under Angling Direct reference CENT22050566. It’s made for Century chunky fishing banksticks, not a general-purpose fit for every bankstick on the market.
Tackle Index Score
Tackle Index score
A focused, fairly priced accessory that does one bankstick job properly.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality8.8/10
- Performance8.8/10
- Impact on Fish Catching7.2/10
- Ease of Use8.8/10
- Value for Money9.4/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Carp anglers using chunky Century banksticks. It’s made for that setup and gives your palm a broader, more comfortable pushing surface.
- Anglers fishing hard, dry or gravelly swims. The extra contact area makes positioning the stick less punishing when the ground won’t play ball.
Maybe skip if
- Anglers using slim or non-Century banksticks. The fit is designed around Century chunky banksticks, so compatibility shouldn’t be assumed.
- Anglers fishing mostly soft, easy-to-penetrate ground. You may not get enough regular use to justify adding another accessory to the kit.
The lowdown
Introducing the Century Black Stealth Palm Saver For Chunky Fishing Banksticks
A simple bit of kit that makes driving chunky Century banksticks into hard ground kinder on your hands. No faff, no nonsense — just a bigger pushing surface when the margins are a bit brutal.
- Designed specifically for Century chunky fishing banksticks.
- Creates a larger palm-contact area for pushing the bankstick into the ground.
- Fits into the outer section after the bankstick’s inner section is removed.
- A thumb screw locks the Palm Saver in position.
- Manufacturer model 3622; listed at around £10.
Quick verdict
Verdict
The Century Black Stealth Palm Saver is a cracking little accessory if you use chunky Century banksticks and regularly find yourself wrestling them into hard, baked ground. By creating a bigger surface for your palm, it makes positioning the stick easier and helps take the sting out of the job.
At around a tenner, it’s a pretty painless upgrade. Just remember to remove the bankstick’s inner section before fitting the Palm Saver into the outer section, then lock it up with the thumb screw. Simple stuff, mate — but proper handy when the swim’s hard going.
A focused, fairly priced accessory that does one bankstick job properly.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality
- 8.8/10
- Performance
- 8.8/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 7.2/10
- Ease of Use
- 8.8/10
- Value for Money
- 9.4/10
The robust design and locking thumb screw suit a practical accessory that will see plenty of pressure.
It directly improves the pushing surface and should make positioning chunky banksticks easier.
It won’t catch fish directly, but quicker, more comfortable setup helps you get the rods fishing properly.
The fitting process is straightforward once the inner bankstick section has been removed.
At around ten quid, it’s a modest spend for anglers who’ll use it regularly on hard ground.
Head to head
How it stacks up
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Century Black Stealth Palm Saver For Chunky Fishing Banksticks
Bankstick accessories don’t usually get the tackle-shop limelight. They’re not shiny alarms, clever rigs or something that’ll put a lump on the unhooking mat. But little bits of kit like the Century Black Stealth Palm Saver can make a session noticeably less of a faff.
If you fish chunky Century banksticks, you’ll know they’re built for getting your gear planted securely. The downside is that hard ground can ask a fair bit of your hands. A narrow end or awkward grip doesn’t give you much to push against, especially when the soil is baked solid or packed with gravel.
The Palm Saver tackles that exact job. It gives your palm a larger surface area, so you can apply pressure more comfortably while positioning the outer section of the bankstick. That’s the whole idea. No gizmos, no moving parts beyond the thumb screw and no complicated setup to learn.
Fitting is straightforward, but there is one step you need to get right. Remove the bankstick’s inner section first, then fit the Palm Saver into the outer section. The supplied thumb screw locks it into position, keeping the accessory where it needs to be while you’re setting up.
That means it’s best fitted before you’re in a full-on bite-time rush. Get your sticks sorted at the van or as soon as you’ve chosen the swim. Then, when you need to make a little adjustment or push the stick properly home, you’ve got something broad and solid to work against.
The robust design suits the job nicely. This isn’t delicate tackle that needs wrapping in cotton wool. It’s an accessory designed to deal with pressure from your palm and the general knocks that come with setting up on the bank. That said, it’s still sensible to use controlled pressure rather than trying to bosh the bankstick in like a tent peg.
It’s also worth being clear about fit. Century lists the Palm Saver for its chunky fishing banksticks, so don’t assume it’ll suit a random bankstick from another brand. The outer-section fit is central to how it works. If your banksticks are slimmer, a different design or size, or from another system altogether, this may be a bit of a non-starter.
At the listed price of £9.99 from Angling Direct and £10.00 from The Tackle Box, the cost is fairly easy to swallow. It’s not a major investment, and if it saves sore palms or makes a tricky setup less aggravating, it can earn its keep pretty quickly.
This is a focused accessory rather than a must-have for every angler. If your ground is soft and your banksticks slide in with barely a nudge, you might hardly notice the benefit. But if you fish firm banks, gravelly swims or summer-hard soil with chunky Century sticks, it’s a tidy bit of kit to have in the carryall.
Overall, the Century Black Stealth Palm Saver does exactly what it sets out to do. It makes positioning the right banksticks easier, protects your hands from unnecessary punishment and keeps the fitting process simple. Not flashy — just a proper, practical bank job.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Product
- Century Black Stealth Palm Saver
- Designed for
- Century chunky fishing banksticks
- Function
- Creates a larger surface area for pushing banksticks into the ground
- Fitting method
- Fits into the bankstick outer section after removing the inner section
- Locking system
- Thumb screw
- Manufacturer model
- 3622
Specs checked with Century, Oct 2026.
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Our take
The bankstick upgrade you don’t think about until your hands hurt
Bankstick accessories don’t usually get the tackle-shop limelight. They’re not shiny alarms, clever rigs or something that’ll put a lump on the unhooking mat. But little bits of kit like the Century Black Stealth Palm Saver can make a session noticeably less of a faff.
If you fish chunky Century banksticks, you’ll know they’re built for getting your gear planted securely. The downside is that hard ground can ask a fair bit of your hands. A narrow end or awkward grip doesn’t give you much to push against, especially when the soil is baked solid or packed with gravel.
The Palm Saver tackles that exact job. It gives your palm a larger surface area, so you can apply pressure more comfortably while positioning the outer section of the bankstick. That’s the whole idea. No gizmos, no moving parts beyond the thumb screw and no complicated setup to learn.
Fitting is straightforward, but there is one step you need to get right. Remove the bankstick’s inner section first, then fit the Palm Saver into the outer section. The supplied thumb screw locks it into position, keeping the accessory where it needs to be while you’re setting up.
That means it’s best fitted before you’re in a full-on bite-time rush. Get your sticks sorted at the van or as soon as you’ve chosen the swim. Then, when you need to make a little adjustment or push the stick properly home, you’ve got something broad and solid to work against.
The robust design suits the job nicely. This isn’t delicate tackle that needs wrapping in cotton wool. It’s an accessory designed to deal with pressure from your palm and the general knocks that come with setting up on the bank. That said, it’s still sensible to use controlled pressure rather than trying to bosh the bankstick in like a tent peg.
It’s also worth being clear about fit. Century lists the Palm Saver for its chunky fishing banksticks, so don’t assume it’ll suit a random bankstick from another brand. The outer-section fit is central to how it works. If your banksticks are slimmer, a different design or size, or from another system altogether, this may be a bit of a non-starter.
At the listed price of £9.99 from Angling Direct and £10.00 from The Tackle Box, the cost is fairly easy to swallow. It’s not a major investment, and if it saves sore palms or makes a tricky setup less aggravating, it can earn its keep pretty quickly.
This is a focused accessory rather than a must-have for every angler. If your ground is soft and your banksticks slide in with barely a nudge, you might hardly notice the benefit. But if you fish firm banks, gravelly swims or summer-hard soil with chunky Century sticks, it’s a tidy bit of kit to have in the carryall.
Overall, the Century Black Stealth Palm Saver does exactly what it sets out to do. It makes positioning the right banksticks easier, protects your hands from unnecessary punishment and keeps the fitting process simple. Not flashy — just a proper, practical bank job.
A tidy bit of bank-side kit
What you’re buying
The Century Black Stealth Palm Saver is a dedicated accessory for Century chunky fishing banksticks. Its job is simple: give you a larger surface area to push against when driving the bankstick into the ground. That spreads the pressure across more of your palm and makes positioning the stick more comfortable.
Fitting isn’t complicated. Remove the bankstick’s inner section, fit the Palm Saver into the outer section, then tighten the supplied thumb screw. Once locked in place, it’s ready to help when the swim is hard, dry or generally being a bit naff.
Worth knowing. This isn’t a universal Palm Saver. It’s designed for Century chunky banksticks, so check your exact bankstick before parting with the quid.
Best on the tougher swims
Who it suits
It makes most sense for carp anglers who already use chunky Century banksticks and regularly fish firm ground. Dry summer margins, compacted banks and gravelly swims are where the extra palm area should earn its keep.
It’s also handy if you find repeated pushing aggravates your hands. Get it fitted before setting up, and you’ve got a more comfortable way to seat the sticks properly without resorting to awkward grips or excessive force.
If your usual pegs are soft and the banksticks sink in with a gentle push, the benefit will be smaller. The same goes for anglers using slim or non-Century banksticks, where fit could be the deal-breaker.
The quick answers
FAQs in full
Does it change how the bankstick works? Not really. It simply adds a broader pushing surface to the outer section. Your normal bankstick setup remains the same once the Palm Saver is fitted and secured.
Is the thumb screw important? Yes. It locks the Palm Saver into position, so make sure it’s snug before applying pressure. There’s no need to over-tighten it and risk making removal a faff later.
Worth knowing. Use steady, controlled pressure. The Palm Saver helps protect your hand, but it isn’t a substitute for choosing a sensible spot or forcing a bankstick into ground that’s simply too hard.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Makes pushing chunky banksticks into firm ground more comfortable.
- Larger surface area gives you better leverage and control.
- Robust, straightforward design with a locking thumb screw.
- Very reasonable price for a useful bank-side upgrade.
Worth knowing
- Fit is aimed at Century chunky banksticks, so compatibility is limited.
- You need to remove the inner section before fitting it.
- Less useful on soft ground where banksticks push in easily.
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Your questions answered
What anglers want to know
The stuff you’d ask your mate on the next peg. Straight answers, no waffle.
01Which banksticks does the Century Black Stealth Palm Saver fit?
Which banksticks does the Century Black Stealth Palm Saver fit?
It’s designed for Century chunky fishing banksticks. Check your exact bankstick style before buying, as it isn’t presented as a universal accessory.
02How do you fit the Century Palm Saver?
How do you fit the Century Palm Saver?
Remove the bankstick’s inner section first, then fit the Palm Saver into the outer section. Use the supplied thumb screw to lock it in position.
03Will it stop every bit of hand discomfort when pushing a bankstick in?
Will it stop every bit of hand discomfort when pushing a bankstick in?
It creates a larger surface area and helps prevent hand damage, but sensible pressure and the right approach still matter. On very hard ground, don’t try to force the stick beyond what the swim allows.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: verdict. The strongest reasons to choose it are makes pushing chunky banksticks into firm ground more comfortable. and larger surface area gives you better leverage and control.; the main trade-off is fit is aimed at century chunky banksticks, so compatibility is limited..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Makes pushing chunky banksticks into firm ground more comfortable.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Carp anglers using chunky Century banksticks: It’s made for that setup and gives your palm a broader, more comfortable pushing surface.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “Fit is aimed at Century chunky banksticks, so compatibility is limited.”
Tackle Index’s take from the product details and fishing fit we checked. We haven’t found enough independent public feedback to call this an angler consensus yet.
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