FAQs What is a Seine Net? A seine net is fishing net that hangs vertically in the water with its bottom edge held down by weights and its top edge buoyed by floats. It is operated by hand using the two ropes fixed to its ends for hauling and herding the fish. The type of seine nets we make are also known as drag nets or beach seines. They are commonly used all over the world in marine waters, lakes or large rivers. We having been rigging Seine Nets at Collins Nets for 35 years. < All FAQs