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| Model TD Code | Description | Color | Size/Qty | Price |
| 20 gamakatsu-020-octopus-hook-nickel | Octopus hook, barbed, off-set point | Nickel | Select Size | $0.00 USD | |||||||
| OC 0210 gamakatsu-0210-octopus-hook | Octopus hook, barbed, off-set point | Bronze | Select Size | $0.00 USD | |||||||
| OC 023 gamakatsu-023-octopus-hook | Octopus hook, barbed, off-set point | Red | Select Size | $0.00 USD | |||||||
| 24 gamakatsu-024-octopus-hook-ns-black | Octopus hook, barbed, off-set point | Ns Black | Select Size/Qty | $0.00 USD | |||||||
| 0241-25 gamakatsu-0241-25-octopus-hook | Octopus Hook, barbed, off-set point | Ns Black | Select Size | $0.00 USD | |||||||
| 4X Strong gamakatsu-octopus-4x-strong-circle-hooks | 4X Strong Octopus Circle Hook, barbed, off-set | Ns Black | Select Size | $0.00 USD | |||||||
20,000 years ago, the invention of the fish hook marked the beginning of sport fishing. The first hooks were made of wood or bones. As technology improved, so did the hooks. Records show that copper hooks were made in Banchen 7,000 years ago and artificial flies were used in Egypt 4,000 years ago. Fishing was also a popular form of entertainment in ancient China.
Today, modern materials and manufacturing techniques have resulted in hundreds of styles of extremely high quality hooks, designed for specific types of fish and fishing methods.
The methods used in creating Gamakatsu hooks is what makes it so superior to all other brands. First, only the most premium grade of high carbon steel is used. This insures against any blemishes in the metal which can weaken the hook.
Secondly, Gamakatsu has the most advanced tempering system in the world. Every hook is heated to the exact temperature that is perfect for that particular style and size then cooled in oil. This process produces hooks which are super strong, but not brittle. It is extremely difficult to achieve a balance between strength and flexibility, and it took many years for Gamakatsu to perfect this process.
Finally, and perhaps most importantly, our sharpening process is the most modern in the world, and results in a perfectly conical point that is unequaled in sharpness. Gamakatsu's most versatile hook, the Gamakatsu Octopus Hook has long been known for its durability and strength. The Octopus hook comes in a wide variety of sizes, colors and finishes, including fluorescent finishes.
The methods used in creating Gamakatsu hooks is what makes it so superior to all other brands. First, only the most premium grade of high carbon steel is used. This insures against any blemishes in the metal which can weaken the hook.
Secondly, Gamakatsu has the most advanced tempering system in the world. Every hook is heated to the exact temperature that is perfect for that particular style and size then cooled in oil. This process produces hooks which are super strong, but not brittle. It is extremely difficult to achieve a balance between strength and flexibility, and it took many years for Gamakatsu to perfect this process.
Finally, and perhaps most importantly, our sharpening process is the most modern in the world, and results in a perfectly conical point that is unequaled in sharpness. Gamakatsu's most versatile hook, the Gamakatsu Octopus Hook has long been known for its durability and strength. The Octopus hook comes in a wide variety of sizes, colors and finishes, including fluorescent finishes.
5 Stars based on 55 reviews
By Joe B.
NY
Hook ‘em
August 8, 2022
Perfect size for back sea bass !
By Matthew
RI
Perfect seabass hooks
March 11, 2022
2/0 for seabass 1/0 for porgies sharp and holds the tip very well.
By Carl
Tampa, Fl
Gamakatsu 98419 Octopus Hooks - 9/0
December 4, 2021
Great quality thin-wire hook in larger sizes.
Pros
- Great hook for deep water. large-sized Grouper. Thinner wire in the deep water seems to give me better hook ups when the fish are finicky.
- I also use these to rig larger (300+) slow pitch jigs again when fish are being a little picky.
- Very corrosion resistant.
- Extremely Sharp!
Cons
- None.
By Mike
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
The best
November 22, 2021
Best hooks on the market at a normal price
By Daniel
Texas
Best hooks I’ve ever used
October 1, 2021
I use these to catch everything from largemouth, to trophy red fish and stud alligator gar. Very solid hooks. Sharp and can always depend on them.
Pros
- Don?t bend
- Extremely sharp
By Michael
Georgia Mountains
The Best
September 26, 2021
Hands down, Gamakatsu are the best hooks there are.
By Michael
Georgia Mountains
Well Made
September 21, 2021
Gamakatsu hooks IMO are the best one can buy. These are no exception.
By GN
Southern CA
Great Hook
September 16, 2021
This hook I bought for inshore bass fishing in southern California
Pros
- Perfect for small live bait fishing
Cons
- None
By GN
Southern CA
Great Hooks
September 16, 2021
I bought these for inshore fishing in Southern California, they work great for small live baits !
Pros
- Strong light for live bait fishing.
Cons
- Nine
By Kaden
PA
The best
August 26, 2021
the best octopus hooks
By Al
NV
GAMAKATSU OCTOPUS HOOKS 8/0
July 4, 2021
Great hooks using for many years now highly recomend!!!
By Al
NV
GAMAKATSU OCTO HOOKS
July 4, 2021
Have been using gamakatsu hooks for over 20yrs now great hooks for many types of fish I use these for catfish & stripers highly recomend!!!
By Derek
, Marysville
Great hooks
April 5, 2021
Good to have for a floating work by zoom wacky style
By Greg
NC
Very Sharp!
March 16, 2021
Very sturdy, very sharp and well made
By Kevin
Brooklyn, New York
Nice Ooctpus hooks
October 24, 2020
Great price for a package of Octopus hooks. Strong & sturdy!! Get em'!!
3 Questions &
3 Answers
Jimmy
from Stephenville asked:
July 8, 2012
I want to use these hooks to Texas rig. Will they be good for this? I purchased them on a whim because I can tell they are very well made and thought out. Just wanted to know what some of the designers intended applications for this hook are.
1 Answers
This hook would be perfect for Texas rigging.
Customer Service
on July 10, 2012
john Patterson
from julaietta, Id asked:
June 29, 2012
Is this octopus hook avaiable in pink, size 4?
1 Answers
Not in pink but size 4 red is on the web page.
Customer Service
on June 29, 2012
Frank
from Thornton, CO asked:
May 10, 2012
Do you sell the Gamakatsu Octopus hooks in boxes of 100? I usually buy them this way as a custom fly tier and would prefer to purchase them in lots of 100.
I also have a fly tying and guiding business and would like to inquire about dealer/guide pricing. Do you allow for this or have this as an option?
1 Answers
25 packs are the largest we sell the Octopus in Bulk. They are shown on this page:
http://www.tackledirect.com/gamakatsu-octopus-hooks-bulk.html
Customer Service
on May 16, 2012
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