I like that hooks come with barbs, especially streamer hooks. I do pinch the barbs down which leaves that bump. The bump helps keep the hook in the fish, but also allows for a smooth release. I'm thinking that it would be nice to have hooks manufactured with bumps instead of barbs, but that may not be feasible/cost effective. Some times, with larger streamer hooks, with the larger barbs, the barbs will break instead of bending and you have to file it a bit to get a smooth bump. Fish seem to be able to throw streamer hooks easier than other type hooks, at least thats been my observation. YMMV!

Best regards, Dave S.