FLY TYING HOOKS
Barbed & barbless hooks for fly tying
Fly-tying hooks may only look the same at first glance. However, there are countless shapes and designs and the right model with very specific properties for the respective fly pattern they are developed for. Thin-stranded hooks, for example, are mainly used for dry fly fishing, while hooks for nymphs may feature a little thicker wire. Strong hooks, on the other hand, are used for tying streamers. An easily recognisable feature is the presence or absence of a barb. The barb ensures that the hook sits securely in the fish's mouth. Especially in fly fishing, however, more and more fly patterns are tied on barbless hooks. These can be released very gently. If you keep the fish under tension during the fight, barbless hooks are also relatively rare. And last but not least, a barbless hook is safer for you. In our online shop you'll find a huge selection of extremely sharp, high-quality fly-tying hooks with chemically sharpened tips.
FLY HOOKS FOR EVERY FLY PATTERN AND FISHING STYLE
PRECISION, STRENGTH AND RELIABLE HOOKING
The fly hook is the heart of every artificial fly. It forms the foundation on which all tying materials are secured, from thread, feathers and hair to dubbing, chenille and modern synthetic fibres. At the same time, it plays a decisive role in hook-up efficiency and determines whether a fly maintains its shape under pressure. A high-quality fly hook is therefore essential for tying durable, reliable and effective fly patterns.
Modern fly hooks differ not only in size and shape, but also in wire gauge, shank length, bend design, eye configuration, hook point and finish. Different hook styles are specifically designed for dry flies, nymphs, streamers, pike flies, salmon flies and saltwater patterns, ensuring optimum performance for every application.
THE RIGHT HOOK FOR EVERY FLY PATTERN
Choosing the correct hook influences both the tying process and the way the finished fly behaves in the water. Fine-wire hooks are ideal for delicate dry flies, while heavier-wire models provide the strength required for large streamers and powerful predatory fish. Specialised jig hooks improve the hooking performance of modern nymphs while significantly reducing the risk of snagging on the riverbed.
An exceptionally sharp hook point is equally important. Only a precisely sharpened hook penetrates instantly, even when fish take cautiously, providing a secure connection between angler and fish.
MADE IN JAPAN – QUALITY FLY ANGLERS TRUST
For decades, Japanese manufacturers have been recognised worldwide for producing some of the finest fishing hooks available. That's why our HOTFLY SUPERB fly hooks are manufactured in Japan. Made from high-carbon steel, chemically sharpened and finished in either bronze or black nickel, they offer exceptional strength, long-lasting durability and razor-sharp penetration, meeting the expectations of even the most demanding fly tyers and anglers.
PROVEN PERFORMANCE AT THE VISE AND ON THE WATER
The outstanding quality of our HOTFLY SUPERB fly hooks has proven itself both at the tying bench and on the water. That's why we use the very same hooks for producing our own commercially tied fly patterns. Thanks to large production volumes and direct sourcing from the manufacturer, we can offer this premium quality at an exceptionally attractive price-to-performance ratio.
FROM BARBLESS HOOKS TO SPECIALIST PATTERNS
Alongside our HOTFLY SUPERB fly hooks, you'll also find premium barbless hooks from Dohiku as well as carefully selected models from the Czech manufacturer Hends. Whether you're looking for competition barbless hooks, classic dry-fly hooks or specialist models for modern fly-tying techniques, our range offers the ideal hook for virtually every fly pattern and every style of fly fishing.