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Kamasan B940S
Hooks
The Aberdeen hook is one of the most versatile patterns around and
though it is available in a wide variety of wire gauges and tempers, due
to most patterns having the traditionally long shank, in its smaller sizes
it is usually linked with worm baits while it its larger sizes, it is usually
linked with big baits, often mounted Pennell fashion.
The Kamasan B940 has been for sale in the UK for decades and is very
much a traditional Aberdeen pattern, though what set it aside when
it first came on the market was its strength despite being constructed
with medium gauge wire. Its long shank is perfect for worm and
cocktail baits but not so good for fish or crab.
The Kamasan B940s is a short shank version of the classic B940 and
while it has been around for a long time, it is often overlooked. The 940s
is however a true all-round hook. Available in sizes 4 – 4/0 and sharing
the B940’s finish, wire gauge, temper and chemically etched point,
the B940s can be used effectively for worm, fish and crab with equal
competence. There are other hooks that will excel more at each job, but
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