VMC · Wacky & Neko Hooks
VMC Neko Hook, Size 2/0, Nickel
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Options
Color: Nickel
- Nickel
- Black nickel
Size: Size 2/0
- Item weight
- 0.27 g
- Product dimensions
- 4 x 3 x 1 inches
Quick take
Short-shank neko hooks with needle point for wacky rigging and finesse fishing small plastic worms.
Best for
- Neko rigs with small soft plastics
- Finesse bass fishing in clear water
- Anglers targeting bass around light cover
Skip if
- You fish larger soft plastics
- You prefer Texas rig presentations
Strengths
- Short shank holds soft plastic bait securely
- Black nickel finish resists corrosion
- Needle point penetrates fish mouths quickly
Trade-offs
- Short shank limits plastic size compatibility
- Requires precise finesse presentation
- Less forgiving than larger hooks on short strikes
Fishing fit
- Species
- Bass
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Finesse
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Which one should I pick?
| Version | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| VMC Neko Hook, Size 1/0, Black Nickel, 6-Pack | Color:Black Nickel | Suits:— |
| VMC Neko Hook, Size 2/0, Nickel | Color:Nickel | Suits:— |
How to choose a color and size
Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Mid sizes for bass, walleye and catfish baits. |
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| Size 1/0, Size 2/0This one | Larger hooks for big soft plastics, live bait and bass in cover. |
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