OK so I got these hooks from Lurecraft who is a pretty legitamate place. They assured me they are genuine Mustad KVD hooks. So I dont know what to do now. Maybe an older model?

 

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Mustad #TG76
SKU#: 6x076

Description: KEVIN Van Dam Elite Triple Grip – Black Nickel Hook Choice for Power Applications “It’s the treble hook design I wish I’d had sooner because I know it would have made a difference in several tournaments. This is a must-have for improving the hook-ups on crank baits.” Kevin VanDam – World’s #1 Ranked Angler

CN- What was the outcome of this? I ordered in some KVD Trebles too and didn't review mine to see if I had the same issue.  I got some round bends and EWG's but not in every size of each style.  Mine were purchased at Tackle Warehouse during the Veterans day sales. 

 

You should be fine because they are in a Mustad package.

 

Mine were bulk in an unlabled bag.

OK so I got these hooks from Lurecraft who is a pretty legitamate place. They assured me they are genuine Mustad KVD hooks. So I dont know what to do now. Maybe an older model?

 

"

Mustad #TG76

SKU#: 6x076

Description: KEVIN Van Dam Elite Triple Grip – Black Nickel Hook Choice for Power Applications “It’s the treble hook design I wish I’d had sooner because I know it would have made a difference in several tournaments. This is a must-have for improving the hook-ups on crank baits.” Kevin VanDam – World’s #1 Ranked Angler

 

 

I'm glad you were able to get everything figured out. I hope you like the hooks as I've had very good luck using them. I'll also add though that if indeed Mustad is going away from the "Ultra Point" on these then I'll stop using them altogether. I HATE when companies cheapen a good product just so they can make a bigger profit but try to convince consumers that the new version is just as good or better. I'm perfectly capable of deciding for myself.

 

Another good example of this is the Shimano Curado G.

I see on Mustads website they call it

 

"Opti-Angle Needle Point" and not "Ultra Point"

 

Still kinda confused LOL

I see on Mustads website they call it

 

"Opti-Angle Needle Point" and not "Ultra Point"

 

Still kinda confused LOL

Wow, so they must be changing the points.  I won't buy them anymore if they don't offer the Ultra Point.  Gamakatsu makes great short shank hooks and Owners 36's are great too.

Wow, so they must be changing the points.  I won't buy them anymore if they don't offer the Ultra Point.  Gamakatsu makes great short shank hooks and Owners 36's are great too.

 

Looks that way. As I said before I just don't understand making changes to a proven product that no one is actually calling for.

 

 

I see on Mustads website they call it

 

"Opti-Angle Needle Point" and not "Ultra Point"

 

Still kinda confused LOL

 

I've got a package somewhere that has the "Ultra Point" printing on it, I'll try and get a pic if I can find them.

I have some Gamma Magic Eyes that are very sharp.

"Like all UltraPoint® hooks, they feature Mustad’s 4.3 Micro Sharp Point Technology for a sleek, slimmer, incredibly sharp point. This unique, two-stage opti-angle point has less metal removed in the sharpening process than with traditional methods, providing all the benefits of a true needle point with incredible strength and durability. Chemically sharpened and Nor-Tempered to be up to 30% stronger than conventional hooks, UltraPoint® is a very sharp, very strong needle point that delivers quick, easy penetrations…and longer performance."

 

So I guess an "Ultra Point" is a "Opti-angle Point"

 

I think I will return what I got and buy what I know are real Mustad KVD Elite Triple grips.

 

 

 Game Changer ~

 

Each one is like 3 little gaffs !

 

 When bait suspension is not an issue - Best Treble out there.

 

A-Jay

"Like all UltraPoint® hooks, they feature Mustad’s 4.3 Micro Sharp Point Technology for a sleek, slimmer, incredibly sharp point. This unique, two-stage opti-angle point has less metal removed in the sharpening process than with traditional methods, providing all the benefits of a true needle point with incredible strength and durability. Chemically sharpened and Nor-Tempered to be up to 30% stronger than conventional hooks, UltraPoint® is a very sharp, very strong needle point that delivers quick, easy penetrations…and longer performance."

 

So I guess an "Ultra Point" is a "Opti-angle Point"

 

I think I will return what I got and buy what I know are real Mustad KVD Elite Triple grips.

 

No, the Ultra Point isn't opti-angle, it's completely round.  

I emailed Mustad to see if they could help me.

Sent an email to Mustad. This is the reply.

 

"We have two point technologies and this is genuine Mustad hooks FYI".

 

That's weird, I will be paying close attention when I buy Mustad hooks from now on.  Thanks for doing the leg work CM.