VMC 8357 Catfish 6x Strong Hooks 5/0 11.58g x7 PTFE

VMC 8357 Catfish 6x Strong — Uncompromising Power for Heavy-Duty Catfish Angling

Engineered for anglers targeting trophy catfish and large saltwater species on livebait, the VMC 8357 Catfish hook delivers exceptional strength and penetration where ordinary hooks fail.

Extreme Resistance to Opening

The 6x strong wire construction provides outstanding resistance to opening under heavy loads. Whether you're battling a powerful wels catfish or a hard-fighting saltwater predator, this hook maintains its shape and holds fast, giving you confidence when fighting fish of a lifetime.

Premium PTFE Coating for Superior Penetration

The ultra-smooth PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) coating reduces friction dramatically, enabling the sharp Cone Cut point to penetrate tough jaw structures with minimal resistance. This combination ensures reliable hook-sets even at distance or when fishing with slack line presentations common in catfish angling.

Choose the Right Variant

Select your hook size based on bait size, target species, and fishing conditions:

• 5/0 (11.58 g, 7 pieces) — ideal for medium to large livebaits (10–20 cm baitfish), wels catfish 10–40 kg, smaller saltwater species, standard catfish rigs with manageable casting weight

• 7/0 (15 g, 5 pieces) — suited for large livebaits (20–30 cm), trophy wels catfish 40+ kg, bigger saltwater predators, heavy-duty rigs where maximum strength is essential

• 9/0 (19.03 g, 3 pieces) — designed for extra-large livebaits (30+ cm), giant catfish and saltwater monsters, extreme conditions demanding ultimate holding power

Facts

• Hook type: Single hook with Cone Cut point

• Wire strength: 6x strong

• Coating: Premium PTFE (NT coating)

• Hook size: 5/0

• Weight: 11.58 g

• Quantity: 7 pieces per pack

• Corrosion resistance: 4/5

• Sharpness: 4/5

• Hook strength: 5/5

• Applications: Catfish, saltwater livebait fishing

• Made in France