The VMC Sport Circle Hook is made with lightweight, durable Vanadium steel. As a result this hook is able to offer up 25% increased strength over regular hooks. This hook is designed for rigging live bait in saltwater and freshwater environments. This hook\’s strength and sharpness is able to withstand strong braided lines. This hook can be snelled easily with bend out eye.1X strong, offsetTurned up eyeForged vanadium steelNeedle point