Plano StowAway 3700 Tackle Box Review
- Clear 14" x 7.3" x 1.8" box with configurable rigid dividers
- Rustricor technology helps protect hooks and gear from rust
- Single latch for fast, one-handed opening and secure closing
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A clear, stackable 3700-size utility box with configurable dividers and Rustricor corrosion protection built in. Here's how it organizes lures and small tackle, and where it falls short.
Quick verdict
The Plano StowAway 3700 is a clear, stackable utility box built for lures, hooks and small tackle. Pre-cut rigid dividers and extra divider slots let you set compartments to suit your gear, Rustricor technology helps keep hooks from rusting, and a single latch opens with one hand. It's a simple, flat box rather than a full tackle system, but as a building block for an organized bag it does exactly what it should.
Pros and cons
What we like
- Pre-cut rigid dividers and extra slots for custom compartments
- Rustricor protection for both fresh and salt water fishing
- Clear DuraView lid shows contents without opening the box
- Single latch opens quickly with one hand
- Large reusable label area keeps stacked boxes organized
- Flat, stackable shape stores neatly in bags and boat compartments
What could be better
- A single latch has no backup if it pops open in a fall
- 1.8" depth is too shallow for large plugs and bulky baits
- Water resistant rather than waterproof, so it can't sit in water
Key features, explained
Configurable rigid dividers
The interior is built for customization. Pre-cut rigid dividers let you split the box into compartments that match your tackle, and Plano has added extra divider slots so you can fine-tune each compartment's size. Set up a few long bays for jerkbaits and soft-plastic packs, then a row of small cells for hooks, swivels and split shot. Rigid dividers hold their position better than flimsy ones, so small items stay where you put them even when the box gets jostled in a bag.
Rustricor corrosion protection
Plano builds the StowAway 3700 with Rustricor technology, designed to protect hooks, lures and other gear from rust and corrosion. That matters more than it sounds: a few rusty trebles can stain neighboring lures and leave you retying with weakened hooks. Plano says the protection works whether you fish fresh water or salt water. It still pays to let wet lures dry before you close the lid, since trapped moisture is what drives rust in any tackle box.
Clear DuraView lid and label area
The lid is Plano's clear DuraView design, so you can see exactly what's inside without opening the box. In a bag holding several utility boxes, that saves real time on the water. A large reusable label area makes it easy to mark each box by species, technique or lure type, then relabel it when your setup changes. Combined with the stackable, rectangular shape, it makes for a tidy system as your tackle collection grows.
Single latch and slim size
Plano designed the single latch for fast, one-handed opening and secure closure, which is handy when your other hand is holding a rod. The box measures 14 by 7.3 by 1.8 inches and weighs about a pound, a slim, flat format that slides into tackle bags, boat compartments and garage shelves. The shallow depth suits soft plastics, jigs, spinners, terminal tackle and smaller crankbaits; bulky topwater plugs and large swimbaits need a deeper box.
Plano StowAway 3700 specs
| Brand | Plano (Pure Fishing) |
|---|---|
| Model | StowAway 3700 |
| Type | Stackable utility tackle box |
| Dimensions | 14" x 7.3" x 1.8" |
| Weight | 16 oz |
| Material | Plastic |
| Lid | Clear DuraView |
| Dividers | Pre-cut rigid, with extra divider slots |
| Corrosion protection | Rustricor |
| Closure | Single latch |
| Water resistance | Water resistant |
| Labeling | Large reusable label area |
| Part number | PLASTOW3700STD |
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Who should buy it?
Great for
- Anglers organizing lures and terminal tackle into a bag system
- Saltwater anglers who want built-in rust protection
- Anyone who wants to see their tackle at a glance
Skip it if
- You mostly carry large topwater plugs or big swimbaits
- You need a fully waterproof, sealed box
- You want an all-in-one tackle box with trays and a handle
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Plano StowAway 3700?
It measures 14 inches long, 7.3 inches wide and 1.8 inches deep, a slim, flat size that fits tackle bags and boat storage.
What is Rustricor?
It's Plano's corrosion-preventive technology, built into the box to help protect hooks, lures and other gear from rust in both fresh and salt water.
Are the dividers in the StowAway 3700 adjustable?
Yes. Pre-cut rigid dividers let you set up compartments your way, and extra divider slots give you finer control over compartment sizes.
Is the Plano StowAway 3700 waterproof?
It is water resistant, not waterproof. It will shrug off spray and rain, but don't leave it sitting in water, and let wet lures dry before closing the lid.
Can you stack the StowAway 3700?
Yes. Plano designs it as stackable storage, and the large label area helps you tell boxes apart in a stack or a tackle bag.
Final verdict
The Plano StowAway 3700 doesn't try to reinvent the utility box; it refines it. Configurable rigid dividers, Rustricor protection, a clear DuraView lid, a reusable label area and a one-handed single latch make it easy to build an organized, rust-resistant tackle system. It is shallow and only water resistant, so big plugs and soggy storage call for other solutions. For hooks, soft plastics, jigs and small hard baits, it is a smart, practical pick.
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