Here at Reel Fly Fishing, we have been testing and innovating a new hook for our local Yellowfish for a number of seasons. The JC1 is our heaviest wire jig-style caddis hook with a continuous bend, making it an excellent option for a variety of nymph/caddis/scud patterns.
This design facilitates the use of larger beads and enhances the overall performance of your flies. Traditional scud/emerger and caddis hooks drift pointing downwards, often leading to more snags when compared to jig-style nymph hooks. This new shape allows you to use your tried and tested caddis/scud style patterns but with the much more effective point-up style jig hook orientation.
This hook would be a great choice if you’re looking to tie nymphs that need a robust, reliable hook with excellent hook-setting potential and extreme fish-holding power.
JC1 Caddis Jig Hook Specs
- Pack Size: 30 hooks per package
- Wire Gauge: Heavy gauge (2X strength)
- Hook Type: Fully curved-shank jig hook
- Shape: 60-degree jig
- Gap and Length: 1x long, 2x gap
- Total Hook Lengths:
- #12: 13.4 mm
- #14: 11.5 mm
- #16: 10.3 mm
- #18: 10.2 mm (coming soon)
- #20: 7.9 mm
Key Features
- Heavy Wire: Designed to handle larger beads, heavy tippets, and large Yellowfish.
- Continuous Bend: Unique continuous bend design for better presentation and durability.
- 60-Degree Bend: Helps in maintaining a good hook set and proper jigging action along with optimal bead placement.
- High-strength forged and hardened carbon steel
- Chemically sharpened claw point
- Black nickel finish