TinMan Tackle

Dressed hooks, Hackles

$0.75 - $2

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Description

We all know the advantage of using dressed tail hooks on plugs and tins. Action, color and size are the things game fish zero in on. Dressed tail hooks enhance almost any lure by adding to all those qualities. What we have here are Mustad #9174 hooks in sizes shown in the pictures and dressed with Hackle feathers. The hooks themselves are 2x strong, forged and tin plated for saltwater use. I use the same hooks to tie deer hair dressed tail hooks for the tackle I make. These were tied some time ago and have been in storage. They're in excellent condition, like new in fact. Feather colors are bright and vibrant and they have no bad odors or mildew. Because they were surplus to the company that made them I can offer them at a very attractive price. The only downside is that the quantities are finite. When they're gone they are gone! I will not be tying any. Only the colors and hook sizes shown in the pictures are available. Right now is as good a time as any to refurbish or dress up your tackle. This is an easy and inexpensive way to do just that with quality materials.

Field Notes

These are dressed tail hooks meant to upgrade plugs and tins by adding flash, color, and extra movement. They are useful when you want to refurbish existing lures or add a more visible tail profile for saltwater inshore gamefish. Best used as replacement or add-on hooks on hard baits and metal lures.

Pros

  • Adds flash and profile to plugs and tins
  • Saltwater-ready 2x strong forged tin-plated hooks
  • Multiple bright color options

Cons

  • Only works as a replacement/upgrade part, not a standalone lure
  • Limited sizes and colors available
  • Feather dressing can wear over time

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