The Ahrex FW530 is a Sedge Dry Hook, which is designed with a longer curved shank to represent longer caddisflies, stoneflies, or even terrestrials. The slight curve to the shank adds a natural touch to any fly you tie on this hook. When fish are picky, sometimes even the slightest lifelike touch will change a refusal to a take. This can be helpful when fish are seeing a lot of the same patterns and know how to avoid them; seeing a shape that they don’t see very often might be able to trigger a strike. As is the standard with the Ahrex FW series, the FW530 has a black nickel finish and chemically sharpened micro barb.

Uses: This hook works well for any dry fly that has a longer profile. Use the curved shank to make your flies look that much more natural.

Example flies: Vulgata Nymph, Stimulator, Chubby Chernobyl

Pack Size: 24 hooks per pack