Berkley · Worm Hooks (EWG & Offset)
PopularBerkley Fusion19 Wide Gap Live Bait Hook, Ewg, 4/0, Smoke Satin
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- Item weight
- 0.02 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 1 x 1 x 1 inches
Quick take
A 3/0 wide-gap hook with extended shank for live bait and quick penetration on hookset.
Best for
- Live shiners and herring on bottom rigs
- Saltwater live-bait presentations
- Panfish with medium minnows
Skip if
- You fish tiny baits under 1 inch
- You need a circle hook for catch and release
Strengths
- Extended shank positions bait presentations naturally
- SlickSet coating aids penetration through scales
- Forged shank resists bending on hard strikes
Trade-offs
- Extended shank slides down smaller baits
- 3/0 size requires substantial live minnows
- Smoke finish less visible than bright finishes
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Live bait
How to choose a color and size
Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 7, 8, 10 | Small hooks for panfish, trout and small live bait. |
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| 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 | Mid sizes for bass, walleye and catfish baits. |
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| 1/0, 2/0, 3/0, 4/0This one | Larger hooks for big soft plastics, live bait and bass in cover. |
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| 5/0, 6/0, 7/0 | Big hooks for large baits, catfish, stripers and saltwater. |
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Which one should I pick?
| Version | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Berkley Fusion19 Wide Gap Live Bait Hook, Ewg, 4/0, Smoke Satin | Color:Smoke Satin | Suits:— |
| Berkley Fusion19 Wide-Gap Live Bait Hook, 3/0, Smoke Satin, 6-Pack | Color:Smoke Satin | Suits:— |
| Berkley Fusion19 Wide Gap Live Bait Hook, Weighted Swimbait, 4/0, Smoke Satin | Color:Smoke Satin | Suits:— |
| Berkley Fusion19 Wide Gap Live Bait Hook, Slow-Turn, Size 4, Smoke Satin | Color:Smoke Satin | Suits:— |
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