Gamakatsu's combination of superior materials and carefully controlled production processes has earned them the trust and loyalty of serious fly anglers worldwide. Using only the finest quality high carbon steel, Gamakatsu hooks undergo an advanced tempering system that precisely heats their steel to the exact temperature necessary for each particular size and style of hook to perform optimally. This refined process ensures Gamakatsu's hooks are not only incredibly hard and strong, but remarkably less brittle than competitors' brands too. Meticulously sharpened to surgical precision, Gamakatsu fly hooks provide anglers the perfect balance of superior penetration, maximized strength and mild flexibility needed to succeed.