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XFISHMAN · Circle Hooks
XFISHMAN Circle Hooks, 1/0, Stainless Steel, 25-Pack
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- Item weight
- 0.01 Ounces
- Product dimensions
- 4.84 x 3.78 x 0.55 inches
Quick take
Heavy-duty circle hooks for live baits and chunk baits in saltwater.
Best for
- Tarpon and big striped bass on live mullet
- Drifting live bait in deep water for snapper and grouper
- Overnight rigs with livewells
Skip if
- You fish freshwater where circle hooks are less common
- You need smaller sizes; 5/0 is large for small baits
Strengths
- Curved shape self-hooks as the fish turns its head away
- 3X-strong construction holds oversized live baits without bending
- Stainless material lasts through multiple trips in saltwater
Trade-offs
- Rounded point requires patience to set the hook
- Large size makes baiting difficult with tiny fish
- Circle hook design is less effective on strike-based techniques
Fishing fit
- Species
- Striped bass
- Bottom fish
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Live bait
- Bottom fishing
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