KORDA WIDE GAPE XX HOOKS

The Korda Wide Gape XX Hook is the ultimate, heavy-duty version of the classic Wide Gape pattern, specifically engineered for the most extreme angling situations. The Wide Gape design itself is a cornerstone of modern carp fishing, responsible for an immense number of big fish captures, tracing its origins back to the revered Maruta Kinryu hook. Korda improved the pattern by adding a modern, user-friendly eye.

The Wide Gape XX features the iconic geometry: a slightly in-turned eye, a short shank, a heavily forged bend, and a very sharp, beaked point. This design ensures high hooking efficiency with both pop-up and bottom bait presentations, offering a secure lock-down once penetration is achieved. However, the ‘XX’ designation means this is the strongest, heaviest duty version available. It is designed for unparalleled reliability in overseas fishing, particularly when targeting monster species like huge Siamese carp or Mekong catfish in Thailand, where maximum strength and zero risk of straightening are essential.