I didnt want to hijack the thread on Mustad hooks people there are talking about the sharpest hook.

It seems that when I get done crimping down the barb, I have to sharpen it, no matter what hook I am using. I use a technique of crimping with small non serated needle nose pliers from the point end. (not from the side) I read some where that if you do it this way you break less hooks.

I then automaticly grab the fingernail file and give it a quick touch up in a diamond patern. I guess I would rather know that the hook is sharp than test each one on my thumb nail.

I mostely tie small hooks (size 10 and smaller) is it different with bigger hooks? is there a better way? I know some use there vice but mine is slow to adjust and I would rather use the pliers.

Any comments, hints, techniques?

Eric