An unequalled hook appreciated by experts and by surf casting enthusiasts.The 12840 are known as “Octopus Hooks” and probably the most sold by Gamakatsu, and they are available also in anti-rust version.A very technological and fantastic opportunity for anglers who fish in the sea.The profile of this hooks is a timeless classic, the eyelet is externally bent, so this allows to make the binding on the shank, while the sharp point always penetrates in a corner of the fish's mouth, an optimal position to maintain the hold during th fighting with the fish that allow a possible release of the prey without causing particular injuries.The curve is wrought and the point has the classical needle profile, generated by a chemical sharpening.This series is widely used in different techiques of fishing from the boat.Built with high-modulus carbon steel, they are treated with a double protective treatment: The well known Tin Plating, with an anti-oxidant covering and a special lead alloy, the same used by Gamakatsu for the Assist hooks; the excellent flexibility of the Tin allows the shaping of the hook without the formation of surface micro-rift The new Anti-Rust coating, a secret high-level anti-corrosion procedure
