The 1X strong wire Mustad Circle Hook is designed for live bait and built to handle larger species like Sailfish, Wahoo, Amberjack, Tuna, Permit, and Striped Bass. Its unique curved shape ensures that when a fish swallows the baited hook, it moves to the corner of the mouth, reducing the chances of deep hooking, making it the ideal Catch & Release hook. Instead of a traditional strike, setting the hook requires a firm tightening of the line. The "MTL-V1" point combines an improved design with a new sharpening process, resulting in a sharper point with 50% lower penetration resistance compared to standard hooks. Finished in black nickel for added durability.