VMC 7316 Texan 1X Strong Wide Gap Hook 4/0 4.73g 5pcs Black Nickel

VMC 7316 Texan 4/0 – Forged Wide Gap Hook for Versatile Soft-Plastic Rigging

The VMC 7316 Texan in size 4/0 is a forged worm hook with a wide gap design and black nickel coating, engineered for Texas-rigged soft plastics. Its 1X strong wire and ring eye deliver the balance of strength and finesse you need for slugs, worms, creature baits, and finesse presentations in both fresh and saltwater.

Forged Strength Meets Wide Gap Design

Forged from premium steel, the 7316 Texan offers enhanced durability without adding unnecessary bulk. The wide gap profile provides excellent hook-up ratios with bulky creature baits and thick-bodied worms, while the 1X strong wire maintains the flexibility needed for finesse techniques. The ring eye simplifies knot tying and allows natural bait movement.

Black Nickel Coating for Corrosion Resistance

The black nickel finish delivers reliable corrosion resistance (rated 4/5) and a stealthy appearance that won't spook wary fish. Sharp out of the package (sharpness rated 4/5), the 7316 Texan penetrates cleanly on the hookset and holds securely through the fight, making it a dependable choice for bass, pike, and inshore saltwater species.

Choose the Right Variant

The VMC 7316 Texan is available in sizes from 2 to 5/0 to match your soft-plastic selection and target species:

• Size 2 (1.23 g) – Small finesse worms, Ned rig creatures, panfish and trout

• Size 1 (1.52 g) – Finesse worms, small creatures, bass and perch

• Size 1/0 (2.06 g) – Standard worms, compact creatures, bass and zander

• Size 2/0 (2.73 g) – Medium worms and creatures, versatile bass fishing

• Size 3/0 (3.68 g) – Larger worms, bulky creatures, bass and pike

• Size 4/0 (4.73 g) – Big slugs, oversized creatures, large bass and pike

• Size 5/0 (6.15 g) – Jumbo soft plastics, heavy cover, trophy bass and pike

Facts

• Hook type: Texan (worm hook with ring eye)

• Hook shape: Wide gap

• Wire strength: 1X strong

• Material: Forged steel

• Coating: Black nickel

• Size: 4/0

• Weight: 4.73 g

• Corrosion resistance: 4/5

• Sharpness: 4/5

• Hook strength: 3/5

• Quantity: 5 pieces per pack

• Country of origin: France