This very strong, 3X strong wire, down bend eyed hook, is the perfect choice for tying a great variety of larger nymphs and wet flies. It is made withstand the pressure of bigger lake and river fish like Rainbow, Trout, Salmon and Steelhead. The sproat bend shape makes for a stronger option compared to the round bend hooks. The Mustad Signature fly hooks feature unique sharpness and strength. The hook features a 2X long shank for more bulky flies. Developed in cooperation with the world&';s top fly tiers to exact proportions between, gap, bend, wire diameter and shank length for precise scaling unmatched by others. Micro barb can easily be pinched down without damaging the hook for barbless applications. Needle point Micro barb 3X Strong 2X Long shank Ringed eye Nor-Tempered Bronze finish