Since I am a catch-and-recatch fisherman, I disliked
the large bump of steel remaining when you bend
down the barb, and when compared to more modern,
chemically-sharpened hooks, the hook-point area is
too large in diameter. Using a Dremel Tool, I ground
away the excess metal, then with a hook hone I gained
a sharp point, which increased my hook-up rate
considerably. I use the same technique on another
popular bass hook that has no counterpart in modern,
chemically-sharpened hooks, the Mustad 3366. ~ DM
Credits: This tying tip is an excerpt from
Hot Bass Flies, By
the Deke Meyer, published by Frank Amato
Publications. We appreciate use permission.
Please check out the Fly Tying Section, on the Bulletin Board, here at FAOL too.
If you have any questions, tips, or techniques; send them to
publisher@flyanglersonline.com
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