HANAK Competition H550BL – Universal Hook with Extended Shank and Extra Wide Gape
The HANAK Competition H550BL is a premium barbless universal hook developed for tying a wide variety of nymphs, pupae, wet flies and other modern fly patterns. Combining an Extended Shank, an Extra Wide Gape profile and a Straight Eye, it provides additional space for longer fly bodies while maintaining excellent hooking efficiency.
Manufactured from premium high-carbon steel and equipped with a chemically sharpened Bent-in Point, the H550BL delivers outstanding penetration, strength and long-term durability. Its extended shank makes it particularly well suited for fly patterns where realistic body proportions are essential.
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Why choose the HANAK Competition H550BL?
The defining feature of the HANAK Competition H550BL is its Extended Shank, providing additional tying space for longer, more naturally proportioned fly bodies. Combined with an Extra Wide Gape, it maintains generous hook clearance while accommodating extended-body patterns.
Featuring a chemically sharpened Bent-in Point, premium high-carbon steel and precision manufacturing, the H550BL is an excellent choice for fly tyers seeking a versatile hook for nymphs, pupae, wet flies and other extended-body freshwater patterns.