VMC 7242 Redentex Front+ Hook 4/0 5pcs Coastal PTFE Vanadium Steel

VMC 7242 Redentex Front+ Hook — Built Strong for Big Saltwater Predators

The VMC 7242 Redentex Front+ Hook is a heavy-duty single hook designed for slow-trolling live or dead baitfish after powerful saltwater species like amberjack and large snapper.

Locking Curve Shape for Reliable Hook-Ups

The Locking Curve geometry channels the strike force into a secure hookset and keeps the fish pinned throughout the fight. Combined with a needle-sharp point, the hook penetrates cleanly and maintains hold even under sustained pressure from hard-running fish.

Coastal PTFE Coating on Vanadium Steel

Forged from vanadium steel and finished with a Coastal PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) coating, this hook resists the corrosive effects of saltwater far longer than standard finishes. The coating also preserves point sharpness across extended sessions. A resin closed eye locks the hook securely to the baitfish, and a red dot adds a subtle visual trigger to the presentation.

Choose the Right Variant

All variants share the same Locking Curve design, needle-sharp point, vanadium steel construction, and Coastal PTFE coating. Choose by hook size and target species:

• 7/0 — 3 pieces: Largest option; suited to very large baitfish and trophy-class amberjack or big-game snapper

• 6/0 — 3 pieces: Strong choice for large baitfish rigs targeting oversized snapper and amberjack

• 5/0 — 4 pieces: Mid-large size for versatile saltwater predator fishing with medium-to-large baits

• 4/0 — 5 pieces (this variant): Effective for medium-sized baitfish presentations targeting snapper, amberjack, and similar reef species in coastal environments

• 3/0 — 6 pieces: Smaller end of the range; best matched to lighter baits and smaller target species

Facts

• Hook type: Single hook

• Hook shape: Locking Curve

• Point style: Needle Sharp

• Material: Vanadium steel

• Coating: Coastal PTFE

• Hook size: 4/0

• Quantity: 5 pieces per pack

• Closure: Resin closed eye

• Application: Saltwater slow-trolling with live or dead baitfish