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I recommend the Xuron 496 Split Ring Plier and the best price Ive seen in on Amazon.com here for $13.99 As for hooks, Id recommend either Owner X Strong (Model 4101-101) or VMC In Line Hook Wide Gap X Strong

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It is much easier to tell if your float or bobber sinks because you have a salmon hooked in still waters versus getting confused by a strong current dragging your line and float or bobber underwater

Specd out by our ProZ, this primo USA-made bladed jig features a streamlined fish-shaped head, custom long shank VMC jig hook, Z-Tie double umbrella EZ Skirt, dual conical trailer keepers, super strong quick-clip line tie, and of course, our hallmark hex-shaped ChatterBlade and patented head-to-blade connection.

Each combo makes me more efficient and precise with my lure presentations because Ive matched the reels to what Im fishing and the technique Im using