round bend wet fly hook?

[J]

Hello, Anyone know of a round bend, standard length shank, heavy wire wet fly hook? I'm aware of the TMC 9300 but would prefer something less pricey.

Thanks in advance, Jimmy

[ScottP]

I'm real happy with the Mustad 3906; it is a sproat bend, but the fish don't seem to mind.

Regards,
Scott

[redietz]

Mustad R70.

[J]

Hi Bob, Unfortunately the R70 was discontinued long ago. Mustad did not keep that model around for long. I still have a few of these in different sizes but they are running low.

[redietz]

Hi Bob, Unfortunately the R70 was discontinued long ago. Mustad did not keep that model around for long. I still have a few of these in different sizes but they are running low.

Dang. I like that hook for wets. A number of places still seem to be selling them, but limited in the sizes still available. I guess I'm going to have to stock up

[J]

Bob, Yes the R70 is long gone. But that's pretty much what I am looking for. There is the TMC 9300 but they are pricey. Guess I'll just have to keep on the lookout for some older vintage hooks!

[jcampbell]

Try the Competitive Angler web site and see if you find something to your liking. There are several brands of round bend wet fly hooks there.

[jay92]

Take a look at Firehole Sticks. I tried a couple of their styles and like them a lot. I really liked some round bend nymph hooks that were 1x short. Left a nice generous hook gap on small nymphs. A good bit cheaper than Tiemco. Lower price per pack, and it's 36 or more to a pack.

[J]

Thanks jcampbell. I just ordered some of the Wizard and Hends wet fly hooks to try out. I'll let you know what I think when I receive them.

jay92, I'll look into the Firehole Sticks hooks. Thanks for the info.

[jcampbell]

Glad to be helpful. Yes, please let me know the results.