

Long hook shanks support bigger fly patterns but tend to loose fish during the fight because of the prying effect. And here exists a quite a lot of different shapes on the market. The second most important aspect is the shape of the hook. I’m always sharpening my hooks even the best of the best, no matter new or old.

What manufacturers consider as a sharp hook isn’t really sharp. I haven’t found many hooks that are as sharp as it can be.

Sharpness is without doubt the most important aspect on a fishing hook. Still I’m not at the end the quest for the best pike fly hook. I have tried already many many hooks and I came across all kind of shapes. What’s a good hook? Have you ever thought about this question? What’s the characteristics that makes a good hook? Sharpness? Strength? Shape? Price? And the hook is the subject of this blog.
