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Gamakatsu · Octopus Hooks
Gamakatsu Octopus Hooks, Size 5/0, Black, 100-Pack
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- Item weight
- 0.13 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 5.75 x 4 x 2.75 inches
Quick take
A 100-pack of black forged octopus hooks sized 3/0, versatile for live bait and bottom fishing in any water.
Best for
- Live bait fishing for saltwater species
- Bottom rigs for catfish and other scavengers
- Anglers who want one dependable hook style in bulk
Skip if
- You need very small or very large hooks
- You want circle hooks that reduce deep hooking
Strengths
- Offset point helps the hook catch as the fish turns its head
- Forged construction means stronger than wire hooks
- Black finish blends in better than bright nickel
Trade-offs
- Offset design catches weeds more than straight-shank hooks
- 100-pack means buying more than most anglers need of one size
- No variation in size; you get one size only
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Bottom fishing
- Live bait
How to choose a color and size
Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 1, 2 | Mid sizes for bass, walleye and catfish baits. |
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| 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, 6/0This one | Big hooks for large baits, catfish, stripers and saltwater. |
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Which one should I pick?
| Version | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Gamakatsu Octopus Hooks, Size 2/0, Black, 100-Pack | Color:Black | Suits:— |
| Gamakatsu Octopus Hooks, Size 3/0, Black, 100-Pack | Color:Black | Suits:— |
| Gamakatsu Octopus Hooks, Size 5/0, Black, 100-Pack | Color:Black | Suits:— |
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