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Dr.Fish · Aberdeen Hooks
Dr.Fish Aberdeen Hooks, High Carbon Steel, Size 12, 100-Pack
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Size 12 Aberdeen hooks with extra-long shank and offset point for holding soft baits.
Dr.Fish's #12 Aberdeen hook comes in silver high carbon steel with a needle point, packed 100 to a pack. Its long shank suits live bait such as strip baits and nippers, which makes it a fit for anglers after panfish, crappie and bass.
Best for
- Worms and cut bait under a float
- Bottom rig fishing for small to medium fish
- Freshwater panfish and light saltwater applications
Skip if
- You need very large hooks for big catfish
- You plan to release most fish; circle hooks are kinder
Strengths
- Extra-long shank holds soft baits through the cast
- Offset point improves hook penetration
- Smooth eyes protect line from fraying
Trade-offs
- High carbon steel rusts quickly in saltwater; requires rinse and dry
- Size 12 is small; won't handle large fish well
- Smooth eyes can scratch fishing line if not careful
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Live bait
- Bottom fishing
Specifications
| Type | Aberdeen hook |
|---|---|
| Size | 12 |
| Count | 100 |
| Material | High carbon steel |
| Point | Offset |
How to choose a color and size
Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| #8, #10, #12This one | Small hooks for panfish, trout and small live bait. |
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| #1, #2, #4, #6 | Mid sizes for bass, walleye and catfish baits. |
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| #1/0, #2/0, #3/0 | Larger hooks for big soft plastics, live bait and bass in cover. |
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