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Bingo, I think the hook is the VMC hook from the Storm promotion packs I may have bought at Gander Mountain! The VMC hook now available has the right wire diameter, but the bite is not quite as big. I'll probably try the Matzu hook as an alternative. Thanks to all for the help.

The Owner is a good hook, but the bite is not as big and the wire is heavier. I'll look at the other recommendations. Thanks for the quick response and help.

Not a Mustad that I can find

I have been unable to identify this hook so that I can buy more. It was included as a promotion item with some soft plastics I purchased. I remember neither the manufacturer of the hook nor the soft plastics. The wire is thinner than Gamakatsu wide gap 5/0 hooks. As you can see, it has a wide gap and big offset between the eye and the point. The hook is ideal for tubes and for large soft baits like a magnum fluke, skinny dipper and some swim baits.