VMC 7243 Redentex Back+ Hook 4/0 Coastal PTFE Locking Curve Needle Sharp

VMC 7243 Redentex Back+ Hook 4/0 — Reliable Rear Placement for Hard-Fighting Saltwater Species

Designed as the mirrored counterpart to the front hook, the VMC 7243 Redentex Back+ Hook in size 4/0 with Coastal PTFE coating positions precisely on the rear of a livebait to maximise hook-up rates when slow-trolling for powerful pelagic predators.

Locking Curve Shape for Better Bite Conversion

The Locking Curve geometry keeps the hook point oriented for instant penetration as a fish turns on the bait. Paired with a long Needle Sharp point, it drives home cleanly even under the sustained pressure of hard-running species like amberjack or large snapper — where a fraction of a second matters.

Built to Last in Saltwater Conditions

Forged from vanadium steel, this is the reinforced Back+ version, engineered specifically for large, powerful fish. The Coastal PTFE coating delivers exceptional corrosion resistance in saltwater environments and preserves point sharpness over multiple sessions. The Resin Closed Eye ensures a secure, rattle-free attachment to the baitfish shank, while the red dot adds a subtle visual trigger.

Choose the Right Variant

All variants share the same Locking Curve shape, Needle Sharp point, vanadium steel construction, and Coastal PTFE coating. Select by hook size to match your target species and baitfish:

• 3/0 — 6 pieces: Smaller baits, medium-sized reef and inshore species

• 4/0 — 5 pieces (this variant): Versatile mid-range size; well-suited for medium to large livebaits targeting amberjack, snapper, and similar hard-fighting saltwater predators

• 5/0 — 4 pieces: Larger baits for bigger pelagic targets

• 6/0 — 3 pieces: Large to XL baits, heavy-duty slow-trolling

• 7/0 — 3 pieces: XL baits, trophy-class fish and demanding offshore conditions

Facts

• Hook type: Single hook, rear placement (mirrored version)

• Hook size: 4/0

• Quantity per pack: 5 pieces

• Hook shape: Locking Curve

• Point style: Needle Sharp

• Material: Vanadium steel (reinforced construction)

• Coating: Coastal PTFE

• Eye: Resin Closed Eye

• Application: Slow-trolling with livebait in saltwater

• Target species: Amberjack, large snapper, hard-fighting pelagic predators