The Owner Twistlock XXX Shank Hook is unique with its TwistLOCK(TM) Centering-Pin Spring (Patented) attached to the hook eye. Baits can be permanently secured by inserting the pin in the center of the nose of a soft plastic, which can then be twisted (screwed) onto the TwistLOCK(TM) coil spring so that any bait will rig perfectly every time! The hook&';s open gap allows for more positive and effective hook sets. Ideal for weedless-style Carolina rigging and Texas rigging of big tube baits and beefy soft plastics. Features include a 30Adeg eye-bend, XXX-strong forged shank, Super Needle Point, and black chrome finish. Key Features: TwistLOCK(TM) Centering-Pin Spring: Patented design for perfect bait rigging XXX-Strong Forged Shank: Maximum strength for big fish 30Adeg Eye-Bend: Optimal angle for weedless rigging Super Needle Point: Razor-sharp for instant penetration Open Gap Design: Positive and effective hook sets Black Chrome Finish: Corrosion resistance and sleek appearance Permanent Bait Security: Twist-on design keeps baits in place Performance Advantages: Perfect Rigging Every Time: TwistLOCK spring centers bait perfectly Permanent Bait Security: Screwed-on baits won&';t slide Maximum Strength: XXX-strong for big bass and heavy cover Improved Hook Sets: Open gap for positive hookups Weedless Performance: 30Adeg eye-bend for cover fishing Superior Penetration: Super Needle Point for instant hooksets Ideal Applications: Weedless Carolina rigging Texas rigging big tube baits Beefy soft plastic presentations Heavy cover bass fishing Situations requiring permanent bait security Big bass fishing with large baits Any application where baits need to stay perfectly rigged Recommended Baits: Big tube baits Beefy soft plastics Creature baits Large worms Rigging Instructions: Insert Pin: Place centering-pin in center of bait nose Twist Onto Spring: Screw bait onto TwistLOCK coil spring Perfect Alignment: Bait will rig perfectly every time When you need hooks with patented TwistLOCK(TM) Centering-Pin Spring, XXX-strong forged shank, 30Adeg eye-bend, Super Needle Point, open gap design, and Black Chrome finish for weedless Carolina and Texas rigging of big tube baits and beefy soft plastics, the Owner Twistlock XXX Shank Hooks are the choice of serious bass anglers. Note: Patented TwistLOCK design ensures baits rig perfectly every time and stay permanently secured.