VMC 7316 Texan 1X Strong Wide Gap Hook 1/0 2.06g 5pcs Black Nickel

VMC 7316 Texan — Versatile Wide Gap Hook for Finesse Techniques

The VMC 7316 Texan is a forged worm hook with a wide gap design and ringed eye, engineered for rigging soft plastics weedless. Its 1X strong wire and black nickel coating deliver reliable performance with slugs, worms, finesse lures, and creature baits.

Forged Steel Construction for Dependable Hooksets

Forged from high-carbon steel, the 7316 Texan offers the strength needed for solid hooksets without excessive bulk. The 1X strong wire strikes a balance between penetration and holding power, making it suitable for finesse presentations where a lighter profile is advantageous.

Wide Gap Design for Soft Plastic Rigging

The wide gap geometry provides ample room for bulkier soft baits while maintaining a clean hook point exposure. The ringed eye allows smooth knot seating and works well with both Texas and Carolina rigs. Black nickel coating reduces visibility and provides corrosion resistance in freshwater applications.

Choose the Right Variant

The VMC 7316 Texan is available in six sizes to match your lure and target species. Select your hook based on bait profile and fish size:

• Size 2 (1.23 g) — small finesse worms, ned rigs, panfish and trout

• Size 1 (1.52 g) — 3–4" worms, small creature baits, light bass fishing

• Size 1/0 (2.06 g) — 4–5" worms and slugs, all-around bass and perch

• Size 2/0 (2.73 g) — 5–6" soft plastics, medium bass and walleye setups

• Size 3/0 (3.68 g) — 6–7" creature baits, larger bass and pike

• Size 4/0 (4.73 g) — 7–8" worms, big creature baits, heavy cover

• Size 5/0 (6.15 g) — oversized soft plastics, pike and muskie applications

Facts

• Hook type: Texan worm hook with ringed eye

• Material: Forged high-carbon steel

• Coating: Black nickel

• Hook shape: Wide gap

• Wire strength: 1X strong

• Size: 1/0 (2.06 g)

• Contents: 5 hooks per pack

• Suitable for: Slugs, worms, finesse lures, creature baits

• Made in France