Since they appeared in the Korda Underwater series, filmed at Norton Disney, the buzz around these Shot on the Hook weights has been immense and there has been a strong resurgence around the use of this rig since the film was released.
Shot on the Hook improves the hooking potential of any wafter, bottom bait, or snowman rig, by essentially creating a heavier point that allows the hook to flip and grab hold, ensuring a fast and efficient hook hold, and turning more bites into hooked fish.
These hook attachments are made from pure tungsten, which provides an exceptional density-to-volume ratio. This high-density pure tungsten has allowed us to achieve a substantial weight using a minimal amount of material, creating a compact yet appropriately weighted Shot on the Hook.
This reusable pure tungsten shot can be used again and again. It features a small rubber moulding that grips onto your hook point to secure it in place. When it’s time to change hooks, simply slide it off if you’re using barbless hooks, or if you’re using barbed hooks, crush the barb first before removing it.
Danny Fairbrass "Nothing in recent years has made more difference to my catch rate with bottom baits. I wanted to rush them out, but Damian and the product team outvoted me to create something 'special'. I am very glad I was overruled on this occasion, as the end result is a product that is easy to use and reuse, suitable for any bottom bait or wafter rig, from plastic corn on a size 8 to a 24mm boilie on a size 2."
Shot on the Hook come in three sizes: 0.30g, 0.40g, and 0.50g, and they are supplied in a handy sliding lid compartment to keep them secure in your tackle box, with ten shots per pack.
DF’s View: Personally, I would recommend the small 0.3g version for hook sizes 8, 6, and 4 with small baits up to 14mm. For slightly larger baits, around 16-18mm, and hook sizes 6, 4, and 2, my choice would be the 0.4g Shot on the Hook.
For anglers using bigger hooks and large 20mm and 24mm baits, we have the 0.5g version. The idea is that the lighter the hook bait, the less force the carp will use to suck it in. Using the lightest shot will give them more chance of going into the fish's mouth.
Key Features
As seen on Korda Underwater
Made from pure Tungsten
Exceptional density-to-volume ratio
Rubber print keeps shots in place
Available in three sizes
Reusable
