The VMC 7266 Specimen Inline Hook in size 5/0 replaces treble hooks on lures with an extra-wide gap and Needle Sharp point. Increasingly popular for saltwater specimen fishing, it improves catch rate while simplifying unhooking.

SKU: 98197, EAN: 3359221380062

MPN: 7266 TI05/0K4

Brand: VMC

Weight: 10.6g

Size: 5/0

Hook Size: 5/0size

Hook Type: Inline

Point Style: Needle Sharp

Quantity: 4pieces

Hook Coating: Tin

VMC 7266 Specimen Inline — Replace trebles with confidence

The VMC 7266 Specimen Inline Hook in size 5/0 delivers superior hooking performance when you swap out treble hooks on lures. Increasingly popular for saltwater specimen fishing, this single hook reduces fish injury and simplifies unhooking without sacrificing catch rate.

Extra-wide gap improves hooking success

The wide-gap design maximizes hook-up potential on aggressive strikes, ensuring solid penetration even when fish attack from awkward angles. The Needle Sharp point pierces cleanly and holds securely through the fight.

Ideal alternative to treble hooks

Replacing treble hooks with single inline hooks streamlines your lure, reduces snagging on structure, and makes catch-and-release safer for the fish. This tin-coated hook offers reliable corrosion resistance for saltwater and freshwater applications alike.

Choose the right variant

The 7266 Specimen Inline series is available in multiple sizes to match your lure and target species:

1/0 (7 pcs) — small lures, perch, trout, bass
2/0 (7 pcs) — medium lures, pike, zander, small tuna
3/0 (6 pcs) — larger cranks and jerkbaits, pike, sea bass
4/0 (5 pcs) — big predator lures, pike, cobia, amberjack
5/0 (4 pcs) — heavy lures, large pike, tuna, sailfish, offshore specimen fishing
6/0 (4 pcs) — extra-large lures, big tuna, GT, tarpon
7/0 (3 pcs) — oversized offshore lures, bluefin tuna, marlin
8/0 (2 pcs) — largest lures, giant trevally, big-game saltwater species