As for hooks, Id recommend either Owner X Strong (Model 4101-101) or VMC In Line Hook Wide Gap X Strong. Model: 9626. The pic below shows the condition of each split ring after the max pulling force indicated above was applied. When To Use Single Hooks Instead Of Treble Hooks On Hard Baits, How To Catch Tailing Redfish, Black Drum, & Speckled Trout, RCI Optics Independent Review [Top 3 Pros & Cons], How To Spool A Spinning Reel With Braid While Saving Money And Time [VIDEO], Much safer for the angler (especially with you get near a spastic jack or ladyfish with a mouth full of trebles). I found a guide that's published by VMC, which is called "VMC Hook Replacement Guide" It includes factory specs for lures from 23 lure mfrs. The Mustad hooks look good, but they are not readily available. Your information is safe with us and will not be shared with any third party. I found a guide that's published by VMC, which is called "VMC Hook Replacement Guide" It includes factory specs for lures from 23 lure mfrs. #8 Fisherman11, Jul 30, 2020 Like x 1 List Slater SDFish VIP Hook sizing has come up in a number of threads, including: http://www.stripersonline.com/surftalk/topic/649078-yet-another-split-ring-question/, http://www.stripersonline.com/surftalk/topic/618295-changing-treble-hooks-for-single/, http://www.stripersonline.com/surftalk/topic/638462-changing-out-tail-hooksuse-split-rings-or-not/, http://www.stripersonline.com/surftalk/topic/639218-best-bunker-imitations-from-peanut-to-full-sized-how-you-fish-them/, http://www.stripersonline.com/surftalk/topic/645927-inline-single-hook-experience/, http://www.stripersonline.com/surftalk/topic/644215-beachmaster-hook-sizes/, http://www.stripersonline.com/surftalk/topic/640007-favorite-mackerel-luresplugs-how-you-fish-them/, http://www.stripersonline.com/surftalk/topic/639595-best-herring-imitations-how-you-fish-them/. There is a basic guideline section above the first video in this post that gives a general overview of which size inline hook should be used to replace a given treble hook. Fortunately for me and the fish, I always keep a variety of de-hooking tools in my boat. This item can be returned in its original condition for a full refund or replacement within 30 days of receipt. Floating. If you brought the pliers a deckhand would do it for your between stops. 35 grams - 004. The top quality lures will have good rings, cheap ones dont. On the vast majority of hooks, the ring is 90 from the bend of the hook, and they dont mount to traditional hook hangers without an extra split ring. I got mine from Trophy Tackle a few years ago too. The Current Sniper can be cast from the shoreline or a boat and is particularly effective on actively feeding fish busting near the surface. Gun Parts & Tools Magazines Handgun Parts Rifle Parts AR Parts Shotgun Parts Weapon Lights Tools. Can't fish them here without having those replaced. Joe, I just read your article on replacing trebles with single hooks. The HPA's work great on the 9-11 sized ultra's! I put an Owner Stinger Treble on my Colt Sniper. Best advise would've to find clean water and test different size but usually bump up two sizes. Youre a lifesaver. The Riddler 99. Note: For pliers, dont be tempted to save a few bucks and get cheap ones. This means smaller hook wire diameters for better penetration and a Super Needle Point that will not roll over or dull. You catch a football youll be fine, you catch a freight train, all bets are off Dont know whats down there till its on the deckFor not swapping out a four dollar split ring may cause it to not get on the deck, What trip? Single Replacement Hook XXX-Strong - Great for replacing trebles on large saltwater baits. SHM-3472-5. Thanks! I just bought a bunch of equipment to replace my Colt Sniper hooks and rings. Ted, if you are in the LA area Island Tackle can get you taken care of quickly by either brazing on new hooks and rings, or if you want split rings they have those too, or if you want to just grab some with upgraded hooks they have those on the shelf as well. Looking to get a new pair of sunglasses? After close to ten minutes of a fast and furious fight (with no guns) on 15# braid and a 40# fluoro leader, the beast of a redfish was about to come close enough that I could ease my Bogagrip on to its lower lip. . Everybody is telling it straight. Crazy that you spend $10 on a jig And have to add a $2 treble hook, I just braised a bunch about a week ago with my surface iron.com ring kit. 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Thx, Shelly Friedman, Bokeelia. $3.29 - $4.49 Mustad KVD Elite Triple Grip Hook. Started Sunday at 03:31 PM, By Would they work? This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. Great resource. FREE delivery Fri, Jan 20 . $29.88 . Colt Sniper Hook Replacement | Bloodydecks Latest posts MAG TRAK WAHOO LURES Latest: TanstaaflSD 2 minutes ago Long Range Fishing J How to Blackcod/sablefish Latest: justing 3 minutes ago Fishing Chit Chat B175hw help Latest: Secutor54 4 minutes ago Boat Electronics WTB - Downriggers Latest: OMEGA 8 minutes ago Washington Fishing Forum Lost two bluefin yesterday due to stock trebles bending out. There was an immediate explosion of a strike, and I was hooked up to a very strong fish. Started Yesterday at 03:03 AM, By I'm sure a tackle shop would do it for you for a fee. I sure do see a lot of these retrofits with what I would call upside down single hooks. Treble hooks are fine. Weights are now lower and have a 21, 28, and 35-gram option. WARNING:Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Youll want to orient the front hook so that the hook bends down from the shank and the back hook so that it runs up (see top photo in this article). 4851 Shimano XW-X12T Colt Sniper Rock Deep 120S Sinking Lure 005. I have had the opposite experience with inline hooks. Do you you change the hooks on your smaller 80/100 gram flat falls or just use the stock ones? Youll automatically be emailed a private link to download your PDF, plus youll be added to the Salt Strong Newsletter. Definitely give these a shot. The colt sniper jigs in 60-100g in any flashy color. Last time I make that mistake! As Mustad says, a serious monster requires a serious hook. Im sure other shops do the same as well. Put a 7/0 Mustad Kaiju Treble on the back side of your flat fall and they won't be spitting it after inhaling it. Started 6 hours ago, By Do you guys upgrade the smaller 80/100 gram flat fall hooks? On the Colt Sniper for casting and retrieving does anybody ever replace the original treble hooks with a short corded assist hook? 50. Model : Colt Sniper Rock Walk 110F We work with common sense we are all nice people and we in turn hope that all the anglers out there are nice people as well Here at LureCandy which is getting very rare in the world now Type : Floating Maker : Shimano aire96fm.com It's easy! Also, tie on flouro leader for the BFT and YFT around now. Any recommendations? I'd found that content months ago, but do ya think that I could put my hands (mouse) on it? I have had the opposite experience with inline hooks, rigged a couple up with 5/0 ringed live bait mustad, and got bumped with no hook set. Was bumped on 2 separate drops and each one nothing. Loads for me--but maybe because I uploaded it? Once youve had some success on the single hook, do the fish a favor and take the plunge and change out the front treble to a single. Thanks! The unique in line design orients the hooks in the perfect position for positive hookups. Thats the one that is most likely to be deepest in a fishs throat and do the most damage. This was previously known as the Coltsniper. Continuing use of the site implies consent. Started by Made with Zo-Wire, the wire strength is stronger than other traditional high carbon steel wires. Discussion in 'Sport Boats' started by Fisherman11, Jul 30, 2020. Do you guys upgrade the smaller 80/100 gram flat fall hooks? Growing up in the 50s and 60s and throwing topwaters for bass in South Carolinas Low Country, my Dad told me to allow the ripples to get six feet away from the lure after landing before moving it. Exclusive offers sent right to your inbox. You want to upgrade the hooks & split ring. By Hook Sets; Bait Catching/Sabiki Rigs; Deep Drop Rigs; . Colt Sniper Hook Replacement | Bloodydecks Can't fish them here without having those replaced. Features include Vacum-tinned finish for corrosion prevention, and Super Needle Point. When we sell items for less than the suggested price, the sale price can only be shown in the shopping cart. This item can be returned in its original condition for a full refund or replacement within 30 days of receipt. In this video, you will see how to take off the treble hook while transforming a normal single hook into an Inline hook. I use the Owner Hyper Split rings, depends which size sniper they're going on depends on strength. Don't want it too open of a design to help against hook straightening. The tail hook was all the way down to its gullet and firmly embedded. Coltsniper Walk 110F Silent. Everybody is telling it straight. For example: Skitterwalk 11 has a VMC 8625 PS #2..there isn't a 8625 on the VMC website. But now, several of the hook manufacturers have designed specific single hooks for replacement of trebles on plugs. See our shipping policy for more details. $3388. They don't work well with the Owner Ultra Split Rings. Now I use this, which is simply a size guide: https://www.jannsnetcraft.com/Content/downloads/sizing_chart.pdf. No need for a swivel or split ringjust loop the assist hook cord through the back jig wire. But I fish fresh water now about every leap year. For instance, a 2/0 Owner X Strong will fit inside the bend of a 1/0 VMC. Here is a basic guideline for size exchanges. So every jig I own has the hooks at the bottom now. All Rights Reserved. Shimano Colt Sniper Wonderfall Jig with Assist Hooks JM-505Q 72mm / 50g. Create memories that matter through fishing, Email: fish@saltstrong.comToll-free: (855)888-6494130 W. Central Ave, Winter Haven, FL 33880. Price and other details may vary based on product size and color. Single hook with upgraded split rings rated 120/150 lb. I have never been hit with a treble and failed to get a hook set. The slim and flashy jig creates an outstanding action under the water. (Most anglers would have probably inflicted lethal injuries to that fish if using treble hooks. The unique in line design orients the hooks in the perfect position for positive hookups. It may not display this or other websites correctly. I use them on Owner hyperwire split rings up to size 10. 60 grams - 006. Three hooks give you three opportunities to hook a fish. Trebles probably aren't perfect, but never had a bump with nothing attached to the end of it. FREE delivery Dec 14 - 16. Owner also makes a 3X Strong of heavier wire. Very cool. If you search for this term, you will see that it is NLA on the VMC site, but other sites, including Alan Tani, have it available. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. Needle point, Black Nickel Finish . The redfish finally let me lip it, but I quickly noticed that my big Skitterwalk plug was nowhere in sight; it was completely engulfed. WHats the going setup with connecting the hvy floro from sniper to mainline mono? And the abrasion resistance of fluoro gives it a real advantage over the same strength of mono. You may receive a partial or no refund on used, damaged or materially different returns. shooter21 -- I too had bad experiences with Mustad single hooks. Do you you change the hooks on your smaller 80/100 gram flat falls or just use the stock ones? For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. It is a precision tool that will allow you to precisely control the hook when youre getting it out of a fish. Today, BD has grown into the leading digital media platform for all things saltwater fishing, bringing our large and passionate community the best and most authentic fishing information in the form of fishing reports, fishing gear reviews, fishing recipes, saltwater fishing articles, tackle tips and more from coast to coast. I looked through it to see the stock lure for some of my favorite lures and unfortunately I don't think that VMC sells them directly. Treble hooks are fine. Unlike traditional single hooks, the Owner Single Replacement Hook features a turned eye, which causes it to sit in-line with the body for a more streamlined and snag-free performance. Owner ST-66 1/0 under 80 grams. Assist Hooks; Double, Treble & Replacement Hooks; Jig Heads; Swimbait & Worm Hooks; Gaff Hooks; Hook Accessories; Pre-Made Rigs. 1994-2022 Melton International Tackle. When you are after yellowtail offshore, you know that they are not going to be huge, and they don't have the razor teeth of bluefin. Made with Zo-Wire, the wire strength is stronger than other traditional high carbon steel wires. Thanks. I recommend using high quality round ones that are from Worth, Owner, Sampo, etc. On the VMC hooks, the shank is curved around to the outside the shaft to form the eye. But bluefin come in mixed sizes, you will often have 10# to 20# fish up at the surface, and ten fathoms deeper there will be much larger ones. If they have sprung open at all, replace it. Single hooks are more safe, and provide a wider gap than trebles of similar overall stature. But bluefin come in mixed sizes, you will often have 10# to 20# fish up at the surface, and ten fathoms deeper there will be much larger ones. Sign up for FREE to receive the latest saltwater fishing videos, tutorials, product reviews, and fishing product discounts! Unlike traditional single hooks, the Owner Single Replacement Hook features a turned eye, which causes it to sit in-line with the body for a more streamlined and snag-free performance. Whether you are looking for an original Colt 1911 Parts Kit or you need a parts kit for a Browning Light Machine Gun, you will find plenty of options here at Sarco Inc. 28 grams - 003. New Shimano Current Snipers - Need to upgrade hooks/split rings for BFT. that #7 hyperwire split ring was ovalized after 2 fish. I'm not certain if they truly offer a better hook-up ratio over standard singles but, at least for Topwaters, I think a downward-facing belly hook MAY be slightly better than a belly hook facing sideways, despite my never having any problems with my usual singles. Colt Sniper Hook Replacement | Bloodydecks Latest posts V Socal Parker test ride Latest: Valiant 9 minutes ago Parker Boats - The Tradition Continues S Boston Whaler Outrage 22' Latest: Smileyusmc 13 minutes ago Classifieds Node Best place to fish in February? But its my favorite time of day in the Glades and its why Im willing to endure the insects and weather for the amazing experience that evening fishing in the Glades provides. Replacing / upgrading the hooks to a stronger hook is a must! Product Details Ideal for both saltwater and freshwater applications, the VMC 4X Strong O'Shaughnessy Treble Hooks are made from hi carbon steel which makes them incredibly strong and resistant to opening. Moderators, if attaching this isn't within the rules, please LMK, or just delete the attachment. Then check this out! EliasA Don't want to go too big or it will mess with the action. Thanks. Just curious cud the boat or tackle shop at landing do the hooks replacement for me on a couple jigs? starting at $ 9.50 Single Replacement Hook XXX-Strong - Great for replacing trebles on large saltwater baits. Note: Gamakatsu also has a replacement hook called the Single Hook 510. Started January 6, 2014, By How much was your drag setting when your #7 ring deformed? What style of single hook would work best with spoons as the inline hooks would result in the hook orientation being 90 degrees to the side when mounted to the split ring? Copyright StripersOnline, Inc. 1999-2022 42 grams - 005. Started July 20, 2022, By A regular single hook? From a Champ to a Chump in just one bump. 10pcs 1oz Colt Sniper jigs 28g Gold Yellow Vertical coltsniper jig with 3561D-DT MUSTAD 3X Strong Forge High Carbon Steel Treble Hooks. New newsletter subscribers are eligible for a 5% discount* code on their next order. A regular single hook? I want to replace the trebles with single hooks and was thinking it best to replace the split rings also is it necessary? You need the hPa or equivalent pliers. Cant you buy hooks with open eyes at the right angel that you dont have to mess with just squeeze on the plug ? I usually throw the 100g model but it seems the boats are recommending the lighter models right now. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. Your Cookies seem to be disabled. What are you guys using to replace stock hooks? Transparent Purple Chartreuse. Needle point, Black Nickel Finish . Latest: jer dog 20 minutes ago Fishing Chit Chat S Valco Bayrunner Baja 21' Sign up for a new account in our community. Those stock hooks on the shimano coltsniper are terrible, Ive lost too many fish because of it. $18.99 $ 18. Then check out this new video tutorial. If it does load on your systems, then yes, that is the guide that I originally posted. From shirts, hoodies, hats, beanies, and even some lures we have all you want to dress out in Shimano gear. Sporting Goods; Fishing Equipment & Supplies; C $66.02. 29 Patents. This chart is only a basic reference). Inshore Here's how the model numbers match by weight: 21 grams - 002. Once I figure out the sizes of my treble hooks, I will refer to your table & start changing them out. 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