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Dovesun · Circle Hooks
Dovesun Octopus Circle Hooks, 2/0, Black, 100-Pack
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- Item weight
- 0.08 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 7.4 x 5.31 x 1.3 inches
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A 100-pack of black nickel 6/0 circle hooks with an upturned eye and offset point, designed for live-bait catfish fishing.
Best for
- Catfish on the bottom with live bait or cut fish
- Any bottom-fishing technique where self-setting hooks reduce deep hooking
- Large-mouth species where circle hooks prevent throat damage
Skip if
- You fish with artificial lures that need J-hook bite
- You prefer smaller hooks for panfish and finesse
Strengths
- Circle hook design catches fish in the mouth corner and self-sets
- 145-degree upturned eye simplifies snelling and knot-tying
- High-carbon steel provides exceptional strength for large catfish
Trade-offs
- Circle hooks may not penetrate as quickly as J-hooks on explosive strikes
- 6/0 size is too large for most fish species other than catfish
- 100-pack is excessive for anglers who fish occasionally
Fishing fit
- Species
- Catfish
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Live bait
- Bottom fishing
Which one should I pick?
| Version | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Dovesun Octopus Circle Hooks, 6/0, Black, 100-Pack | Color:Black | Suits:— |
| Dovesun Octopus Circle Hooks, 2/0, Black, 100-Pack | Color:Black | Suits:— |
| Dovesun Octopus Circle Hooks, 8/0, Black, 50-Pack | Color:Black | Suits:— |
| Dovesun Octopus Circle Hooks, 8/0, Red, 50-Pack | Color:Red | Suits:— |
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