The wide-gap design of the Mustad 1X Croaker Hook makes it an essential live bait rigging component for saltwater estuaries and coastlines. Its exaggerated bend combines with the chemically sharpened Opti-Angle Needle Point to deliver quick penetration when the fish takes your bait. 1X extra-heavy wire construction; turned-up ring eye; corrosion-resistant Duratin finish. 4.3 UltraPoint technology. Wide-gap design for excellent hooking with live bait Opti-Angle Needle Point provides quick penetration 1X extra-heavy wire construction Turned-up ring eye Saltwater-ready Duratin finish