Carp Fishing Hooks

This legendary hook pattern has been further refined and improved to make it the go-to hook for hinged stiff rig and chod rig presentations. Compared with its predecessor the Mk-2, the super sharp point is longer and finer and more inclined towards the shank for a stronger shape. The point is also in-line with the 13 degrees out-turned eye so all the force is straight along the point section of the hook, rather than across the gape making them incredibly strong.

This pattern is the culmination of striving to design the perfect all round beaked point carp hook. The Gripper was subject to various design tweaks through the development process and the end result was well worth waiting for! The super fine, long curved point is the perfect shape and during testing, provided exceptionally secure hook holds. Other features include a 10-degree in-turned eye (slightly less than the Classic to allow for the inclined beaked point), heavy forging and of course, the slick PTFE Tufflon coating. New manufacturing techniques including both high temperature and cryogenic tempering have produced significantly stronger hooks with more durable, long life points. Cryogenic tempering is a process used to improve the molecular structure of steel which in turn reduces stress and improves strength and wear resistance. It is used in many disciplines with Formula 1 engine parts being a classic example. Bench tests on initial samples proved to us that the new tempering processes combined with improved designs and heavy forging resulted in hooks that were 25-30% stronger than other Tufflon coated carp hooks in the same wire gauge. So rather than having to improve strength by simply increasing wire gauge, new manufacturing processes have allowed ESP to maintain optimum wire gauges for each size which allow for fine, ultra-sharp needle points which are now more durable than ever.

This is the same classic curve pattern previously known as the ESP Raptor, but this new range has been made even better by stepping up the wire gauge in each size and giving them the Cryogen treatment. These Curves are now around 25% stronger than their predecessors while still retaining long fine needle sharp points which are now extra durable. These are highly effective in a whole variety of rig presentations (perfect for the Ronnie Rig) and their quick turning, anti-eject shape combined with a needle sharp point ensures exceptional hook holds.

ESP Cryogen Trig-Hammer Barbless, A new long shank pattern that has proved outstanding during field testing. A new long shank pattern that has proved outstanding during field testing. Ultra-sharp, long fine needle points combined with an aggressive shape that achieves incredibly secure hook holds. Especially affective on Ronnies and also bottom bait rigs where it flips and pricks instantly. Available in barbed and barbless in sizes 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8 and made using the same twin tempering process as the existing Cryogen hooks which results in exceptional strength and point durability. The relative proportions of a long subtly curved shank, 9 in-turned eye, wide gape and long hypodermic like point result in a hook pattern that is incredibly effective. On Ronnie rigs the hook point is in an aggressive poised position making it a very efficient hooker with superb hook holds and it is equally effective on bottom bait rigs, where the hook is very difficult to eject and turns and catches hold securely even without the aid of a line aligner or kicker.

The Wide Gape Long Shank has been developed with the intention of creating the ultimate modern carp hook, combining key elements from the greatest fish catching patterns, for use on the most popular rigs around today. We started with a long shank hook, renowned for it’s hooking properties, we added to that a slight, but sweeping curve, this ensures the hook will turn in an instant once inside the carps mouth, putting it in the prefect hooking position. A wide gape was also required, to give the point as much chance of catching hold as possible. Finally, a beaked point to ensure that once hooked the hook remains in place and the chances of it pulling are reduced. Never have all these elements been combined in a carp hook and the result is deadly! These hooks are perfectly suited to Ronnie/Spinner rig presentations alongside all manner of different bottom bait and popup rigs.

The new “CARP CIRCLE HOOKS” have an angled ring eye that’s perfect for No Knots and Whipping Knots and an offset or reversed point. Available in sizes 8, 10, 12, 14 and 16 with a PTFE coating in barbless only because they are so wonderfully efficient at both hooking and holding.

Trig-Hammer XT is an extra tough long shank pattern dedicated to Ronnie/Spinner rigs but equally suited to bottom bait presentations. Ultra sharp, long life needle points with an aggressive shape result in exceptional hook holds. The heavy gauge wire, high pressure forging and twin tempering process result in hooks with minimal flex and maximum strength.

Trig-Hammer XT is an extra tough long shank pattern dedicated to Ronnie/Spinner rigs but equally suited to bottom bait presentations. Ultra sharp, long life needle points with an aggressive shape result in exceptional hook holds. The heavy gauge wire, high pressure forging and twin tempering process result in hooks with minimal flex and maximum strength.

Trig-Hammer XT is an extra tough long shank pattern dedicated to Ronnie/Spinner rigs but equally suited to bottom bait presentations. Ultra sharp, long life needle points with an aggressive shape result in exceptional hook holds. The heavy gauge wire, high pressure forging and twin tempering process result in hooks with minimal flex and maximum strength.

Trig-Hammer XT is an extra tough long shank pattern dedicated to Ronnie/Spinner rigs but equally suited to bottom bait presentations. Ultra sharp, long life needle points with an aggressive shape result in exceptional hook holds. The heavy gauge wire, high pressure forging and twin tempering process result in hooks with minimal flex and maximum strength.

Trig-Hammer XT is an extra tough long shank pattern dedicated to Ronnie/Spinner rigs but equally suited to bottom bait presentations. Ultra sharp, long life needle points with an aggressive shape result in exceptional hook holds. The heavy gauge wire, high pressure forging and twin tempering process result in hooks with minimal flex and maximum strength.

Trig-Hammer XT is an extra tough long shank pattern dedicated to Ronnie/Spinner rigs but equally suited to bottom bait presentations. Ultra sharp, long life needle points with an aggressive shape result in exceptional hook holds. The heavy gauge wire, high pressure forging and twin tempering process result in hooks with minimal flex and maximum strength.

Trig-Hammer XT is an extra tough long shank pattern dedicated to Ronnie/Spinner rigs but equally suited to bottom bait presentations. Ultra sharp, long life needle points with an aggressive shape result in exceptional hook holds. The heavy gauge wire, high pressure forging and twin tempering process result in hooks with minimal flex and maximum strength.

Trig-Hammer XT is an extra tough long shank pattern dedicated to Ronnie/Spinner rigs but equally suited to bottom bait presentations. Ultra sharp, long life needle points with an aggressive shape result in exceptional hook holds. The heavy gauge wire, high pressure forging and twin tempering process result in hooks with minimal flex and maximum strength.

Designed for Ronnie / Spinner rigs and perfectly complement Cryogen Trig-Hammers. D-Sleeves create greater separation between the hook and pop-up for improved rig mechanics and better hook holds. The bait screw makes hook bait attachment easy and secure. The sleeve is a snug fit over the hook eye and swivel crook and makes changing the hook quick and easy. Available in two sizes to suit different hooks. 10 sleeves & 10 bait screws per pack.

Designed for Ronnie / Spinner rigs and perfectly complement Cryogen Trig-Hammers. D-Sleeves create greater separation between the hook and pop-up for improved rig mechanics and better hook holds. The bait screw makes hook bait attachment easy and secure. The sleeve is a snug fit over the hook eye and swivel crook and makes changing the hook quick and easy. Available in two sizes to suit different hooks. 10 sleeves & 10 bait screws per pack.

Korda Longshank Beaked Hooks, based on the popular original Korda Longshank X pattern with some major changes. Now featuring an in-turned beaked hookpoint for more secure hook holds, increasing the ratio hooked to landed fish significantly. The angle of the in-turned eye has also been increased to 40 degrees, making the hook flip even more aggressively. with a stepped-up wire gauge thickness for improved strength, and maintaining durability with a PTFE coating.

Korda Longshank Beaked Hooks, based on the popular original Korda Longshank X pattern with some major changes. Now featuring an in-turned beaked hookpoint for more secure hook holds, increasing the ratio hooked to landed fish significantly. The angle of the in-turned eye has also been increased to 40 degrees, making the hook flip even more aggressively. with a stepped-up wire gauge thickness for improved strength, and maintaining durability with a PTFE coating.

Korda Longshank Beaked Hooks, based on the popular original Korda Longshank X pattern with some major changes. Now featuring an in-turned beaked hookpoint for more secure hook holds, increasing the ratio hooked to landed fish significantly. The angle of the in-turned eye has also been increased to 40 degrees, making the hook flip even more aggressively. with a stepped-up wire gauge thickness for improved strength, and maintaining durability with a PTFE coating.

Korda Longshank Beaked Hooks, based on the popular original Korda Longshank X pattern with some major changes. Now featuring an in-turned beaked hookpoint for more secure hook holds, increasing the ratio hooked to landed fish significantly. The angle of the in-turned eye has also been increased to 40 degrees, making the hook flip even more aggressively. with a stepped-up wire gauge thickness for improved strength, and maintaining durability with a PTFE coating.

A traditional, straight point hook for specimen fishing. Available in barbed and barbless, sizes 6 to 16. Based on some of the most successful specimen fishing hooks of all time, the Korum Xpert Hook range combines fantastic, chemically sharpened hooks with a superb non-glare finish. Ultra-reliable and strong, they’re perfect for all specimen fishing. A great hook when directly hooking maggots, casters, bread, sweetcorn and worms. A versatile hook with a medium gauge wire and medium shank to suit a multitude of fishing situations Non-glare low visibility finish Chemically sharpened, straight point keeps its sharpness longer Straight point ensures more hookholds Shaped to offer fantastic reliability and land more fish

A traditional, straight point hook for specimen fishing. Available in barbed and barbless, sizes 6 to 16. Based on some of the most successful specimen fishing hooks of all time, the Korum Xpert Hook range combines fantastic, chemically sharpened hooks with a superb non-glare finish. Ultra-reliable and strong, they’re perfect for all specimen fishing. A great hook when directly hooking maggots, casters, bread, sweetcorn and worms. A versatile hook with a medium gauge wire and medium shank to suit a multitude of fishing situations Non-glare low visibility finish Chemically sharpened, straight point keeps its sharpness longer Straight point ensures more hookholds Shaped to offer fantastic reliability and land more fish