Name this hook 2024

NOVA Angler reply :

A buddy of mine gave me a hook to use because I was having trouble with my hookups when flipping. My hookups have gone up significantly since switching to this hook. I haven't been able to find the straight shank hooks I want to use so it looks like I'll be using this one for a while. My main flipping bait is a Lake Fork Craw Tube. The hook he gave me is the one on the right of the attached picture with the line attached to it. The hook on the left is a 5/0 Gammy EWG Superline for reference (the hook I was using). I'm assuming it's some sort of Gamakatsu but I'm not positive. Anyone know the answer?

Dock Master reply :

The hook on the left looks a lot like my EWG Owner's.

houston17 reply :

It looks to me like a Gamakatsu Monster EWG (Extra Wide Gap) Hook. I also have noticed a better hook up percentage by switching to a wider gap hook.

NOVA Angler reply :

I don't think it's the Monster hook. The eye shank seems longer on the monster hooks. The thing that stands out most about this hook to me is that the point is not in line with the eye shank. For instance if the point of the hook projected a line upwards, it wouldn't be close to the eye of the hook contrary to the hook on the left.

basser89 reply :

I only use Gammys. I went through my line up of wide gap hooks and it doesn't look like a standard EWG, EWG Monster or a Deep Throat Wide Gap so you can definitely eliminate those from your choices.

Muddy reply :

Okay, that hooks name is RALPH ;D

basser89 reply :

Good one Muddy! LOL

I was just on Tackle Warehouse and have to agree with Dock Master, it looks like an Owner EWG.

TrippyJai reply :

Owner Wide Gap Plus Black Chrome Hooks From TW?

I'm using these hooks for 6" Power Slugs. I stole a pack from my uncle, size 6/0, but it looks a bit different so I'm not sure.

5bass reply :

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The thing that stands out most about this hook to me is that the point is not in line with the eye shank.

There is your answer on why you're hooking up better. As far as the name of the hook, I dont know.

basser89 reply :

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Owner Wide Gap Plus Black Chrome Hooks From TW?

Yep! Here ya go: http://www.***.com/descpage-O5139.html

NOVA Angler reply :

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Owner Wide Gap Plus Black Chrome Hooks From TW?

Yep! Here ya go: http://www.***.com/descpage-O5139.html

Close, but I'm still not convinced. Unless the point on my hook has been bent outwards. The Owner still seems to have the point in line with they eye shank. In fact it says it in the description.

Avalonjohn44 reply :

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Okay, that hooks name is RALPH ;D

Dang, I was going to use that joke... Glad I looked first...

NOVA Angler reply :

This description and picture from the Owner website makes me think it is the Owner Wide Gap Plus actually...:

"Wide Gap Plus, with its deep throat and dramatically elevated point, offers an extraordinary wide gap for extra hooking power. The plus point rides above the eye, providing a more positive and effective hook set. Ideal for weedless style Carolina Rig'N and Texas Rig'N of big tube baits and extra beefy soft plastic. Features include a XXX-strong forged shank, a bait-holding Z-Lock shoulder bend, Cutting Point®, and black chrome finish."

Thanks guys!

basser89 reply :

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Owner Wide Gap Plus Black Chrome Hooks From TW?

Yep! Here ya go: http://www.***.com/descpage-O5139.html

Close, but I'm still not convinced. Unless the point on my hook has been bent outwards. The Owner still seems to have the point in line with they eye shank. In fact it says it in the description.

Ok, I'm not giving up now! LOL!

Let's try this: http://www.ownerhooks.com/pages/products/hooks/basshooks.htm

Check out the Wide Gap Plus. Let's remember, I'm a Gamakatsu user! ;D

basser89 reply :

Dang! Ya beat me too it! LOL

-ebby- reply :

looks like the hook in this, could also be the owner

http://www.***.com/descpage-SWHW.html

NOVA Angler reply :

Thanks for helping basser!

NOVA Angler reply :

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looks like the hook in this, could also be the owner
http://www.***.com/descpage-SWHW.html

Maybe that is the Owner. I'm just going to pretend it is because it looks an awful lot like my hook.

J Francho reply :

It's definitely not a Wide Gap Plus, in fact I'm sure it isn't an Owner, but Owner Rig'n Hooks feature the offset hookpoint like the one on the right. Great tube hook.

FishDontLikeMe1301600221 reply :

why not just get those owners and modify them with some pliers? just a thought :-?

Sam reply :

Clyde.

Maxximus Redneckus reply :

Its not a owner it has a conical point as opposed to a cutting point it is forged though u can tell by the flat sides

J Francho reply :

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why not just get those owners and modify them with some pliers? just a thought :-?

The Rig'n Hook needs no modification, since it apready has the offset hookpoint. Its also an improvement over any hook of this type. Bending the hook usually weakens the temper, and if you are flipping cover, using biug hooksets, they will open up.

NOVA Angler reply :

I'll check out the Rig'n Hook and see how that compares to this hook. My buddy bought the hook in question but can't remember where he got them. He says he usually only buys Gamakatsu but it doesn't appear to be anything they currently make. Hopefully someone else will chime in with the answer.

BrnzeBckStalker reply :

it looks exactly like my 4/0 gamakatsu's i use all the time, but i bought in bulk so i do not have the packages to give a more precise answer

bigfish88 reply :

4/0 gamakatsu ewg (extra wide gap)

dave reply :

Relatively known trick is to twist the shank so that the point is misaligned with the shank. Any wide gap hook would suffice.

BrnzeBckStalker reply :

i was going to correct myself and say it was a mustad ultra lock ewg but the angle by the eyelit is not as bent. i am definitely going to say it is a gamakatsu ewg worm hook not the superline obviously since you have that already. just brink the hook to cabela's or bass pro or something and start comparing packages

NOVA Angler reply :

I've edited the photograph with a line to show how much the point is above the eye on this hook compared to the Gamakatsu EWG 5/0. I'm fairly certain this isn't a Gamakatsu EWG. If they made an Extra Extra Wide Gap, we might be on to something.

CWB reply :

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This description and picture from the Owner website makes me think it is the Owner Wide Gap Plus actually...:
"Wide Gap Plus, with its deep throat and dramatically elevated point, offers an extraordinary wide gap for extra hooking power. The plus point rides above the eye, providing a more positive and effective hook set. Ideal for weedless style Carolina Rig'N and Texas Rig'N of big tube baits and extra beefy soft plastic. Features include a XXX-strong forged shank, a bait-holding Z-Lock shoulder bend, Cutting Point®, and black chrome finish."

Thanks guys!

Not a Gammie as all of their EWG hoos have the point inline with the eye.

http://www.***.com/terminalbrand.html?ccode=GAMAKATSU

CWB reply :

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Relatively known trick is to twist the shank so that the point is misaligned with the shank. Any wide gap hook would suffice.

Youvella makes hooks just as you describe.

Bending could weaken hook.

http://www.***.com/terminalbrand.html?ccode=YOU

FishDontLikeMe1301600221 reply :

Daiichi Fat Gap Worm Hook ???? :-? allthough this looks exactly like it

http://www.histackleboxshop.com/Gamakatsu-SuperLine-Offset-Worm-Hook-Extra-Wide-Ga-p/gamakatsu-ewg74-superline-hks.htm

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