VMC 9617 Treble Hook 1/0 8g

VMC 9617 Treble Hook 1/0 8g — The European Standard for Reliable Live-Bait Rigs

The VMC 9617 O'Shaughnessy treble hook is Europe's most popular choice for building dependable bait-fish rigs. Its proven design and Permasteel coating deliver sharpness and moderate corrosion resistance across a wide range of predator-fishing applications.

Built on the Classic O'Shaughnessy Bend

The traditional O'Shaughnessy shape provides a strong, slightly offset point that grips firmly and holds fish securely. Combined with VMC's precision forging, the 1/0 hook offers the balance of strength and penetration needed for medium predators.

Permasteel Coating for Lasting Performance

The Permasteel finish resists rust and wear in freshwater and light saltwater conditions, keeping the points sharp over multiple sessions. This coating is especially valued when hooks remain rigged on live or dead bait for extended periods.

Choose the Right Variant

The 9617 series spans fourteen sizes to match your quarry and presentation:

• Size 10, 8, 6, 4, 2, 1 (packs of 10) — small panfish, trout, finesse rigs

• Size 1/0 (5 pieces, 7.86 g) — pike, zander, light catfish, medium dead-bait rigs

• Size 2/0 (5 pieces) — larger pike, walleye, medium live-bait setups

• Size 3/0, 4/0 (5 pieces) — big pike, musky, striped bass

• Size 5/0, 6/0, 7/0, 8/0 (5 pieces) — trophy catfish, large saltwater predators, heavy-duty rigs

Facts

• Hook type: Treble

• Hook shape: O'Shaughnessy

• Size: 1/0

• Coating: Permasteel (PS)

• Weight: 7.86 g

• Contents: 5 pieces

• Corrosion resistance: 3/5

• Sharpness: 3/5

• Hook strength: 2/5

• Made in France