Anybody use jigs with the 60 degree eye?

[Green_Tackle]

We got a call today from a guy in Idaho who is looking for steelhead jigs with the 60 degree eye. I think they're just tying marabou jigs on 'em. The thought being that there is a better chance of hookup with the wider angle between the eye and the hook.

Has anybody hear of this and/or try this style of jig for steelies?

 

[FishFiddle]

I just picked some up on ebay, Mustad #4. I'm sure you can find bigger sizes if you need.

 

[First Bite]

I've been using the 60 degree jig hooks for about 5-6 years now. It's all I use for my personal steelhead jigs.

 

[Green_Tackle]

I've been using the 60 degree jig hooks for about 5-6 years now. It's all I use for my personal steelhead jigs.

Do you feel you get a better hookup rate?

Can I ask you if you had to modify a mold to make them or you know of a mold that exists? I might add them to our line of lead-free jigs at Green Tackle.

 

[daehleets]

love the sickle, lot less of um throwin that kind of hook out of there mouths!

 

[First Bite]

Do you feel you get a better hookup rate?

Can I ask you if you had to modify a mold to make them or you know of a mold that exists? I might add them to our line of lead-free jigs at Green Tackle.

I've never ued molds or poured lead so I can't help you out there.