Gamakatsu LS-5260R Hooks Chemically Sharpened Long Shank Flat Eye Barbed

Gamakatsu LS-5260R are high-quality fishing hooks manufactured in Japan from premium steel wire. This model is designed for anglers who demand reliable hooking performance and secure bait presentation, whether fishing with natural baits in freshwater or targeting a range of coarse and match species.

The chemically sharpened point delivers the out-of-the-box sharpness Gamakatsu is known for, helping to ensure a confident hook set with minimal pressure. Because the point is chemically treated rather than ground, it retains a fine, consistent taper that penetrates cleanly and resists dulling during normal use.

The long shank provides extra length between the hook eye and the bend, which is particularly useful when presenting longer or softer baits such as worms, maggots, sweetcorn or paste. The extended shank also gives the angler more room to position the bait naturally and helps prevent it from masking the hook point.

Two barbed keepers are formed along the shank. These barbs grip the bait firmly, keeping it in place during casting and while it is in the water. This is especially valuable when fishing with soft or mobile baits that would otherwise slide down the shank, and it helps maintain an effective presentation for longer periods.

The hook features a flat eye, a design that offers a secure and stable connection to the line or hooklength. The flat eye sits neatly against the shank and is well suited to a variety of knot types used in coarse, match and specimen fishing.

The Gamakatsu LS-5260R is available in a choice of sizes, allowing anglers to match the hook to the bait and target species. Smaller sizes suit delicate baits and finer presentations, while larger sizes handle bigger baits and more powerful fish. The hooks are supplied in packs and are suitable for a wide range of rigs and fishing situations.

Whether you are fishing a commercial fishery, a natural lake or a river, the combination of Japanese manufacturing quality, chemical sharpening and a practical long-shank, double-barbed design makes the LS-5260R a dependable choice for anglers who value sharpness, bait retention and consistent performance.

Technical Specifications:

Brand – Gamakatsu
Model – LS-5260R
Product Type – Fishing Hooks
Material – High-Quality Steel Wire
Point – Chemically Sharpened
Shank – Long Shank
Shank Features – Double Barbed Keepers
Eye – Flat Eye
Barb – Barbed
Available Sizes – 4, 6, 8
Country of Manufacture – Japan
Suitable For – Coarse, Match and Specimen Fishing
Bait Types – Worms, Maggots, Sweetcorn, Paste and Other Natural Baits