Product category: common hook
Style A: with thorns Style
Whether there are barbs: Yes
Specifications: No. 14
Material: Tungsten steel needle

Circle Hooks – Reliable, Sustainable, and Ready for Every Catch

Perfect for anglers, fishing professionals, and outdoor adventurers

Experience the perfect blend of performance and conservation with Circle Hooks, designed for precision hooking and responsible fishing. Whether you’re chasing snapper off the North Island coast, targeting kingfish in the Bay of Plenty, or deep-sea fishing off the South Island, circle hooks are built to improve your catch rate while reducing harm to marine life.

Favoured by Kiwi anglers for their superior hook-up efficiency and fish-friendly design, these hooks are an essential part of modern fishing gear. They help you secure your catch more effectively and promote sustainable fishing practices — all while offering unmatched reliability in New Zealand’s diverse waters.

Description – Circle Hooks

The Circle Hook is a uniquely engineered fishing hook designed with a curved point that turns inward toward the shank, creating a circular shape. This design allows the hook to lodge naturally in the corner of a fish’s mouth, minimising deep hooking and making catch-and-release fishing safer and more effective.

Crafted from high-carbon steel or corrosion-resistant stainless steel, these hooks provide exceptional strength and durability, even in harsh saltwater environments. Each hook is carefully tempered for optimal balance between flexibility and holding power — essential when you’re battling large or aggressive species common in New Zealand’s coastal waters.

Circle hooks are suitable for both bait fishing and longline setups, used by recreational and commercial anglers alike. The inward-facing point reduces the chance of snagging while increasing hook-up consistency, even with minimal angler input. Unlike traditional J-hooks, which require a strong set, the circle hook’s geometry allows the fish to hook itself as it swims away with the bait.

Designed for Sustainable Fishing

Circle hooks are widely recognised for supporting sustainable fishing practices. By preventing deep throat hooking, they significantly reduce mortality rates among released fish — a major advantage for environmentally conscious New Zealand anglers. Whether targeting snapper, kahawai, blue cod, or tuna, these hooks deliver cleaner catches and easier releases.

Built for New Zealand Conditions

Made to withstand the challenges of salt, sand, and strong currents, the materials used in these circle hooks are anti-rust coated and tested for long-term corrosion resistance. From surf casting to deep-sea trolling, they provide the reliability every Kiwi fisher demands.

Available in multiple sizes and finishes, including black nickel, red chrome, and stainless steel, they’re suitable for a wide range of species and fishing styles — from inshore bait rigs to heavy-duty offshore setups.

Key Points

1. Innovative Circle Design:
Inward-facing point hooks fish securely in the mouth corner, improving catch rates and reducing injury during release.

2. Premium Materials:
Constructed from high-carbon or stainless steel with anti-corrosion coatings for durability in saltwater conditions.

3. Enhanced Hook-Up Efficiency:
Requires less effort to set; the hook’s shape naturally engages when the fish takes the bait and turns away.

4. Wide Application Range:
Ideal for both saltwater and freshwater use — perfect for snapper, kahawai, kingfish, blue cod, and more.

5. Eco-Friendly and Sustainable:
Supports responsible fishing by reducing deep hooking and improving post-release survival rates.

Benefits

1. Improved Catch Retention:
Circle hooks deliver a more secure hold, reducing lost fish and increasing successful catches in all fishing environments.

2. Safer for Fish and Anglers:
Minimises deep hooking and internal damage, making catch-and-release easier and more humane.

3. Long-Lasting Durability:
Resists rust, bending, and dulling — ensuring top performance during long fishing trips or multiple seasons.

4. Greater Efficiency for All Skill Levels:
Perfect for both beginners and pros — the design does the work, allowing even novice anglers to achieve professional results.

5. Versatile Across Species:
Effective for targeting everything from small inshore fish to large offshore game species in New Zealand waters.

Why Choose Circle Hooks?

Choosing Circle Hooks means investing in a tool designed for performance, sustainability, and reliability. Unlike traditional hooks, which often rely on brute force and sharp angles, circle hooks use precision engineering to create clean, consistent catches.

For New Zealand anglers, where environmental responsibility and conservation are core values, circle hooks represent a better way to fish. They help protect marine ecosystems while improving results — offering the best of both worlds.

These hooks are especially effective in bait fishing scenarios where fish are allowed to take the bait before tension is applied. As the line tightens, the hook rotates naturally and seats itself in the corner of the mouth, virtually eliminating gut hooks.

They also excel in surfcasting, bottom fishing, and live-baiting, adapting to a wide range of bait types — squid, pilchard, mackerel, or shellfish. The strong yet flexible construction provides excellent penetration without tearing, ensuring you can land fish efficiently while minimising harm.

Built for longevity, the corrosion-resistant coating ensures that even after prolonged exposure to saltwater, your hooks remain sharp, reliable, and ready to perform.

Whether you’re a weekend angler or a seasoned professional, circle hooks deliver consistent results and peace of mind. They’re the smarter, safer, and more sustainable choice for every fishing trip — from the rugged Far North to the deep southern sounds.

Conclusion

The Circle Hook is more than a fishing tool — it’s a revolution in how New Zealanders fish. Combining innovative design with eco-conscious performance, it ensures secure catches, minimal harm, and reliable results in every condition.

Its unique circular design not only enhances hook-up rates but also promotes sustainable fishing practices that preserve our marine life for future generations. From recreational anglers to charter operators, everyone benefits from using circle hooks — the perfect balance between efficiency, safety, and environmental responsibility.

Built tough for New Zealand’s saltwater conditions and versatile enough for any target species, the Circle Hook is a must-have addition to every tackle box. When you choose quality gear, you fish smarter, cleaner, and more successfully.

Choose Circle Hooks — for better catches, healthier fish, and a more sustainable tomorrow.