VMC 7316 Texan 1X Strong Wide Gap Hook 2/0 2.73g 5pcs Black Nickel

VMC 7316 Texan – versatile forged worm hook for finesse and creature baits

The VMC 7316 Texan is a forged worm hook with a ring and wide gap design, built for anglers who demand reliability with soft plastics. Its black nickel coating and 1X strong construction make it an excellent choice for slugs, worms, finesse lures, and creature baits.

Wide gap design for bulky baits

The wide gap shape provides extra space between the hook point and shank, allowing you to rig thicker soft plastics without compromising hook-set efficiency. This geometry is particularly effective with creature baits and bulky finesse lures where standard hooks might feel cramped.

Forged steel construction with corrosion resistance

Forged from high-carbon steel and finished with a black nickel coating, the 7316 Texan offers a balance of strength and corrosion resistance (rating: 4/5). The 1X strong wire is robust enough for powerful hooksets yet light enough to maintain the natural action of your lure.

Choose the right variant

The VMC 7316 Texan series is available in multiple sizes to match your target species and lure dimensions. Select the hook size that suits your soft plastic and fishing conditions:

• Size 2 (1.23 g) – small finesse worms, thin slugs, light cover

• Size 1 (1.52 g) – compact creature baits, drop-shot finesse lures

• Size 1/0 (2.06 g) – standard worms, medium slugs, panfish to bass

• Size 2/0 (2.73 g) – versatile all-rounder for 4–5-inch worms, moderate creature baits, this variant

• Size 3/0 (3.68 g) – larger creature baits, 5–6-inch worms, heavy cover

• Size 4/0 (4.73 g) – big slugs, oversized creature baits, pike and bass

• Size 5/0 (6.15 g) – magnum soft plastics, heavy freshwater and light saltwater applications

Facts

• Model: VMC 7316 Texan

• Hook shape: Wide gap

• Wire strength: 1X strong

• Coating: Black nickel (BN)

• Size: 2/0

• Weight: 2.73 g

• Material: Forged steel

• Ring eye

• Quantity: 5 pieces

• Sharpness: 4/5

• Hook strength: 3/5

• Corrosion resistance: 4/5

• Made in France