Daiichi Hooks #1153 - Red Heavy Wide Gape HookDaiichi hooks #1153 Red heavy wide gape hook This hook design is similar to hooks used in England and Europe as bait hooks for carp. In fly fishing, it works great for nymphs, larvae, scuds, shrimp, or bead head flies. The heavier than standard wire is preferred by some to give flies more weight and more strength. The hooks are made of the finest high carbon steel, which is hardened and tempered to an exacting formula that makes for a long point life