Gamakatsu · Circle Hooks
Gamakatsu Octopus Circle Inline Point Hooks, 5/0, Black, 25-Pack
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- Item weight
- 4.54 g
- Product dimensions
- 4 x 2.75 x 0.25 inches
Quick take
Twenty-five size 5/0 black circle hooks with non-offset inline points, designed for tournament billfish fishing and live bait rigs.
This Gamakatsu Octopus Circle Inline Point is a non-offset circle hook in a 5/0 size, with a black finish and 25 hooks to a pack. Its inline point suits fisheries and billfish tournaments that call for non-offset circle hooks. It is a sensible pick for offshore anglers who want a full pack for rigging live or cut bait.
Best for
- Live bait rigs for large saltwater fish
- Catch-and-release tournament fishing
- Anglers who prefer circle hook mechanics
Skip if
- You need a larger size
- You fish freshwater species
Strengths
- Non-offset design conforms to many tournament regulations
- Circle shape hooks fish in the corner of mouth
- Gamakatsu steel holds sharp edges
Trade-offs
- Size 5/0 is large for small baits
- Black finish requires freshwater storage care
- Limited application outside saltwater
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Bottom fishing
- Live bait
Specifications
| Type | circle hook |
|---|---|
| Hook size | 5/0 |
| Count | 25 |
| Finish | NS Black |
| Material | Alloy steel |
How to choose a color and size
Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 1/0, 2/0, 3/0, 4/0 | Larger hooks for big soft plastics, live bait and bass in cover. |
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| 5/0, 6/0, 7/0, 8/0This one | Big hooks for large baits, catfish, stripers and saltwater. |
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