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CWSDXM · Circle Hooks
CWSDXM Circle Hooks Saltwater, Size 8/0, 12-Pack, Black
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- Item weight
- 0.07 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 2.87 x 2.83 x 0.67 inches
Quick take
Multi-size saltwater circle hooks with inward-bending points for catch-and-release and live-bait fishing.
Best for
- Catch-and-release saltwater fishing with live or cut bait
- Catfish and large bottom-feeder rigs
- Reducing gut-hooked fish rates on baitfish presentations
Skip if
- You fish freshwater exclusively
- You prefer J-hooks for traditional presentations
Strengths
- Inward-bending point hooks fish in the mouth corner, reducing deep hooking
- Short shank handles heavy fish without straightening
- 40% stronger than competitor circle hooks per manufacturer
Trade-offs
- Circle hooks require different hook-setting technique (let fish load the rod)
- Assorted sizes means excess of some sizes and shortage of others
- Closed eye prevents changing to different line attachments
Fishing fit
- Species
- Crab & shrimp
- Bottom fish
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Bottom fishing
- Live bait
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