The Jig Is Up Posted November 3, 2023 Report Share Posted November 3, 2023 (edited) Hello all, I'm looking for a heavy 90 degree jig hook that goes down to a size #4 or even a #6. What I have in mind is a small ballhead jig that would appeal to bass or even a big trout wanting small forage. The hook would need enough strength to not bend out during a fight with 8 or 10 lb line. I've searched a lot on this site and the general consensus points to the Mustad 32833 2X strong steelhead hook. While I agree that it's a dandy hook, I'd love to be able to find something similar that doesn't have the short eye length. Something that would work with minimal modification with most 90 degree jig molds. Only other idea I have is the Mustad 32500 skipjack hook. Seems like this hook can be found in #4 and #6 sizes and is a tad stronger than other hooks in that size range. It's still not as strong as the 32833, which is unfortunate. Does anyone know of any other hooks that fit the bill? Thank you! Edited November 3, 2023 by The Jig Is Up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishermanbt Posted November 4, 2023 Report Share Posted November 4, 2023 You might research these. Not sure they’re what you’re looking for. https://www.zeiners.com/doit/570H574hooks.html Or these but they are longer https://www.zeiners.com/doit/630635hooks.html 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jig Man Posted November 4, 2023 Report Share Posted November 4, 2023 Jewell uses sickle hooks on their Pee Wee jigs. Looks like Eagle Claw Little Nasty hooks. They go down to #6. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ogajiga Posted November 4, 2023 Report Share Posted November 4, 2023 These molds were made to accommodate 32833. https://barlowstackle.com/do-it-steelhead-jig-molds-p336/ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Jig Is Up Posted November 7, 2023 Author Report Share Posted November 7, 2023 Thank you all for the suggestions. On 11/4/2023 at 2:21 PM, Ogajiga said: These molds were made to accommodate 32833. https://barlowstackle.com/do-it-steelhead-jig-molds-p336/ I think getting one or both of these molds is probably what I'll have to do to accomplish what I had in mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Munkin Posted November 15, 2023 Report Share Posted November 15, 2023 On 11/3/2023 at 5:02 PM, The Jig Is Up said: Hello all, I'm looking for a heavy 90 degree jig hook that goes down to a size #4 or even a #6. What I have in mind is a small ballhead jig that would appeal to bass or even a big trout wanting small forage. The hook would need enough strength to not bend out during a fight with 8 or 10 lb line. I've searched a lot on this site and the general consensus points to the Mustad 32833 2X strong steelhead hook. While I agree that it's a dandy hook, I'd love to be able to find something similar that doesn't have the short eye length. Something that would work with minimal modification with most 90 degree jig molds. Only other idea I have is the Mustad 32500 skipjack hook. Seems like this hook can be found in #4 and #6 sizes and is a tad stronger than other hooks in that size range. It's still not as strong as the 32833, which is unfortunate. Does anyone know of any other hooks that fit the bill? Thank you! I wish they made the 32833 with a longer eye length. Allen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Jig Is Up Posted November 15, 2023 Author Report Share Posted November 15, 2023 14 hours ago, Munkin said: I wish they made the 32833 with a longer eye length. Allen You and me both, Allen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
