Pop Posted January 24, 2005 Report Share Posted January 24, 2005 Maybe I am the only person that doesn't know this, if my observations are correct. Does Mustad manufacture the Gamakatsu hooks? Comparing the two next to each other, the only two differences between the hooks is the point and slight variance in hook color which would indicate a difference in material. On the jig hooks the arm to the hook eye is identical as is the hook eye. The bends are identical as is the length of the hooks. I took the 60 degree jig hook and held the Mustad and Gami next to each other and they were identical. The 60 degree Owner jig hook is vastly different. I didn't have an Eagle Claw or other brand to compare. I do know that Mustad at one time did manufacture some of the Eagle Claw hooks. Anyone have information in this regard. Thanks, Pop Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jigmeister Posted February 27, 2005 Report Share Posted February 27, 2005 They may be close in size but they are different hooks for sure . The Gami's may be sharper but the premium Mustad's are stonger and less prone to straighten out at the bend . Also the Mustad's point is more durable . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gr8flyz Posted February 28, 2005 Report Share Posted February 28, 2005 Mustad's Ultra Point hooks are produced in Asia! Singapore I believe. It's possible that some Gamakatsu hooks are also being produced in the same location. I don't know who actually owns the manufacturing plants in Singapore, but it's also possible that both companies contract with the same manufacturer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
