VMC 7316 Texan 1X Strong Wide Gap Hook 2 1.23g 5pcs Black Nickel

VMC 7316 Texan – Versatile Wide Gap Hook for Weedless Rigging

The VMC 7316 Texan is a forged wide gap hook designed for rigging soft plastics weedless. Its 1X strong wire and black nickel coating deliver reliable hook sets with slugs, worms, and finesse baits in both fresh and saltwater.

Wide Gap Design for Bulky Soft Plastics

The wide gap profile accommodates thicker soft baits and creature lures, ensuring the hook point has enough clearance to penetrate when you set the hook. The forged construction adds strength without excessive bulk, making it ideal for finesse presentations where a natural fall is critical.

Black Nickel Coating for Durability

The black nickel finish provides corrosion resistance and reduces glare, helping your rig blend into the environment. Whether you're fishing clear water or targeting wary predators, the low-profile coating keeps your presentation stealthy and your hook sharp over multiple sessions.

Choose the Right Variant

The VMC 7316 Texan is available in multiple sizes to match your bait and target species. Select the hook size that best suits your application:

• Size 1 (1.52 g) – Small finesse worms, 3–4 inch (7.5–10 cm) soft plastics, light tackle for perch, trout, or small bass

• Size 2 (1.23 g, current variant) – Ultra-finesse presentations, 2–3 inch (5–7.5 cm) baits, light line setups

• Size 1/0 (2.06 g) – Versatile choice for 4–5 inch (10–12.5 cm) worms, bass, walleye, lighter saltwater applications

• Size 2/0 (2.73 g) – Standard bass fishing, 5–6 inch (12.5–15 cm) soft plastics, creature baits

• Size 3/0 (3.68 g) – Larger soft plastics, 6–7 inch (15–18 cm) worms, pike, bigger bass, light saltwater predators

• Size 4/0 (4.73 g) – Heavy soft plastics, 7–8 inch (18–20 cm) baits, pike, zander, saltwater species

• Size 5/0 (6.15 g) – Oversized creature baits, big worms, trophy predators, heavier saltwater setups

Facts

• Hook shape: Wide Gap Texan (offset)

• Wire: 1X Strong, forged

• Coating: Black Nickel

• Size: 2 (1.23 g)

• Quantity: 5 pieces per pack

• Sharpness rating: 4/5

• Hook strength rating: 3/5

• Corrosion resistance: 4/5

• Applications: Slugs, worms, finesse lures, creature baits

• Suitable for freshwater and saltwater