b'VMC FISH HOOK ANATOMYTECHNOLOGYEND STRENGTH1X strong, 2X strong etc. is an indication of wire thickness.The higher the X number, the stronger the wire.SHANKGAP/BENDThe gap and shape of the hook bend impacts catch-poten-POINT tial and resistance to opening.PROFILEBARBFORGINGForging the hook wire gives improved resistance to opening.STEELSee page 45'