Gamakatsu LS-3430 Hook 8 20pcs Barbless NS Black

Gamakatsu LS-3430 — Barbless Carp Hook for Confident, Hook-Turn Rigs

The Gamakatsu LS-3430 delivers the precision and reliability carp anglers depend on, packed 20 per pack in a barbless, NS Black-coated size 8 — ready for serious sessions on bottom and pop-up presentations alike.

Inward-Turned Point for Positive Hook-Turns

The slightly inward-turned point is the defining feature of the LS-3430. As the rig settles and a carp picks up the bait, the geometry promotes a reliable hook-turn and drives the point into the scissors quickly and cleanly — no wrenching, no second-guessing the strike.

NS Black Coating for Low-Visibility Performance

The NS (Non-Shiny) Black finish eliminates underwater flash without adding bulk. The smooth coating also reduces friction as the hook penetrates, complementing the already sharp, precision-ground point. Combined with the robust wire gauge that holds its shape under sustained pressure from powerful fish, this is a hook built to last a full session and beyond.

Choose the Right Variant

The LS-3430 is available in a range of sizes to match different bait presentations, hair-rig setups, and target weights. All variants are barbless with the NS Black coating and inward-turned point.

• Size 2 — large baits (18–22 mm boilies), heavy leads, big-fish waters

• Size 4 — medium-large baits (16–20 mm boilies), balanced bottom rigs, versatile all-round use

• Size 6 — medium baits (14–18 mm boilies), Ronnie/spinner rigs, pop-ups

• Size 8 — medium-small baits (12–16 mm boilies, wafters, plastic corn), chod rigs, stiff-hinge setups

• Size 10 — small baits (10–14 mm boilies, maggot clips, micro pop-ups), pressured or clear-water venues

• Size 12 — micro baits, maggot rigs, method feeders, highly pressured commercial or natural venues

Facts

• Brand: Gamakatsu

• Model: LS-3430

• Hook size: 8

• Quantity per pack: 20

• Hook shape: Inward-turned point

• Coating: NS Black

• Barb type: Barbless

• Intended species: Carp

• Suitable rigs: Bottom bait, pop-up, wafter presentations; compatible with most hooklink materials