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Mustad · Circle Hooks
Mustad Demon Offset Circle Hooks, 1X Strong, Size 1, Black Nickel, 10-Pack
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Options
- Item weight
- 0.01 Ounces
- Product dimensions
- 1 x 1 x 1 inches
Quick take
Size 2/0 offset circle hook with a fast-turning point that catches in the jaw corner without requiring a hard hookset.
Best for
- Live bait fishing for channel catfish and blue cats
- Inshore saltwater species like redfish and snook
- Anglers who prefer not to set the hook hard
Skip if
- You fish small baits for crappie or bluegill
- You need a straight circle hook with no offset
Strengths
- Offset point turns quickly into the jaw corner
- UltraPoint sharp point bites on contact
- Nor-tempered wire is 30% stronger than standard steel
Trade-offs
- Size 2/0 is small for trophy catfish
- Black nickel rusts faster than stainless in saltwater
- Circle hooks require a steady reel with no hard hookset
Fishing fit
- Species
- Catfish
- Redfish
- Snook & tarpon
- Water
- Saltwater
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Live bait
- Bottom fishing
How to choose a color and size
Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
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| 1, Size 1This one | Mid sizes for bass, walleye and catfish baits. |
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| 2/0, 3/0, 4/0, Size 1/0, Size 2/0 | Larger hooks for big soft plastics, live bait and bass in cover. |
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| 5/0, 6/0, Size 8/0 | Big hooks for large baits, catfish, stripers and saltwater. |
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