Hends Shrimp BL500 – Premium Barbless Hook for Scuds, Shrimps and Caddis Pupae
The Hends Shrimp BL500 is a premium barbless fly tying hook designed specifically for scuds, freshwater shrimp, caddis pupae and other curved nymph patterns. Its distinctive curved shank and fine wire construction allow fly tyers to create highly realistic subsurface imitations with a natural profile and lifelike movement.
Manufactured from premium high-carbon steel, the Hends BL500 features a Down Eye, Fine Wire construction, Curved Shank, Black Nickel finish and a chemically sharpened barbless point. The lightweight design makes it ideal for delicate patterns such as scuds, caddis pupae, chironomids and small curved nymphs, while the black nickel finish provides excellent corrosion resistance and long-lasting performance.
Why choose the Hends BL500?
The BL500 is one of Hends' most popular curved hooks for realistic aquatic insect imitations. Its fine wire keeps flies lightweight and natural in the water, while the curved shank perfectly reproduces the shape of freshwater shrimp, scuds and caddis pupae. The chemically sharpened barbless point ensures outstanding penetration and easy fish release.
The BL500 is one of Hends' most popular curved hooks for realistic aquatic insect imitations. Its fine wire keeps flies lightweight and natural in the water, while the curved shank perfectly reproduces the shape of freshwater shrimp, scuds and caddis pupae. The chemically sharpened barbless point ensures outstanding penetration and easy fish release.
Ideal for tying
◆ Scud Patterns
◆ Freshwater Shrimp
◆ Caddis Pupae
◆ Chironomid Pupae
◆ Midge Patterns
◆ Czech Nymphs
◆ Czech Scuds
◆ Other Curved Nymph and Pupa Patterns
Technical Specifications
Specifications
- PurposeShrimp / Scud / Pupa