The VMC O'Shaugnessy short shank hook is forged from extremely tough, lightweight Vanadium Steel. It offers up to 25% increased strength over the material used in regular hooks. Perfect for rigging small size live baits as the ultra light weight guarantees a more natural presentation with no compromise on the strength. To create an ultra-sharp, strong Needle Point, VMC employs a unique tempering process of compressing the fibers in a conical shape instead of grinding the point ensuring that every VMC Pinhead Hook provides effortless penetration and resists pressure applied by any type of lines. Available in a Black Nickel finish.