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MrAC1980 · #1 10-29-2013, 05:10 PM

So I know we've had debates about the line and Gerry had one about the rod. Lets here everyone's opinions on the best tog hook and size.
Ready... Set... Go...!

Jay · #2 10-29-2013, 05:22 PM

4/0 or 5/0 Black Chrome Octo.

aduma1107 · #3 10-29-2013, 08:08 PM

4/0's for green crabs

5/0's for whites legs

3/0's small green crabs whole,

PeteyHD · #4 10-29-2013, 10:13 PM

I know a lot of guys like to use gamis and octopus hooks. I always use size 3 Virginia hooks and I snell them with 40lb straight leader.

MrAC1980 · #5 10-29-2013, 11:15 PM

Someone gave me a box of Mustad Big Gun 2/0 hooks to try. Anyone ever use them? Don't think i'm a fan of the straight shank for snelling.

(yes this pic of 4/0, just for ref)

hookset · #6 10-30-2013, 01:12 AM

I usually use 4/0 gami with green crabs and virigina #3 with white leggers, no real reason that's just what I use!

italianfisherman · #7 10-30-2013, 08:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrAC1980

Someone gave me a box of Mustad Big Gun 2/0 hooks to try. Anyone ever use them? Don't think i'm a fan of the straight shank for snelling.

(yes this pic of 4/0, just for ref)

Excellent Hook super strong..

Dclark2 · #8 10-30-2013, 08:17 AM

Mustad Big Gun are tops and very sharp. The Gamis are good but they will bend if you get hung up. Never had that problem with the big gun. Hard to find the Big gun hooks at local tackle shops ( really don't know why ).

MrAC1980 · #9 10-30-2013, 11:50 AM

Probably cause of the cost. Looking online they aren't cheap! Def more money then the Octos.

hammer4reel · #10 10-30-2013, 12:27 PM

5/0 octopus hooks for me .