VMC 5150 RD #4 Jig Hook

Product detailed description

VMC 5150 RD #4 Jig Hook is a red jig hook for small paddle tails with room for the hook to take hold. Size #4 is a practical choice for small soft plastics that leave too little room in the gape of the smallest hook. When fishing for perch, the balance between body depth and clearance around the point can be crucial. A small, deep-bodied paddle tail may need a different hook from a slim soft jerkbait of the same length.

The comparison image gives an overall length of approximately 25 mm. This is a small step up from #6, useful for adjusting where the point emerges. If the shank reaches into the moving tail section, return to a smaller hook. For a bulkier front section, compare #2 and check its fit in the mould as well.

The 5150 Barbarian Large Eye Jig 90° uses high-carbon steel and a Needle Cone point. Its construction differs from the 7161 and 6198 ranges, so their point designations and recommended mould combinations do not automatically apply to the 5150. VMC is a French fishing-hook manufacturer with a history dating back to 1910 and manufacturing facilities in Morvillars.

The angular Barbarian bend forms the distinctive lower part of the hook, which the manufacturer calls the Technical Locking Curve. Once the lure is rigged, the point must be able to reach the fish's mouth. The soft plastic must therefore leave room between the shank and point. With a deep-bodied paddle tail, check body depth as well as length. With a slim soft jerkbait, pay particular attention to the point exit position and keeping the rear section free to move.

The 90° front bend determines how the hook seats and where the eye sits in the head. The line pulls at this point; its position relative to the head's centre of gravity affects how the lure tilts during the retrieve. The hook angle does not prescribe a fixed swimming angle. Head shape, lure drag, current and the direction of pull all influence the result. The larger eye makes threading the leader and tying knots easier. After finishing the head, check that the eye is clear of metal and paint.

The F149 mould supports this size for small jig heads. When changing lures, start with a trial casting and check that the lure sits straight. Its body should not bunch up or twist around the neck of the head.

By casting your own heads, you can prepare several weights for the same lure. The hook determines lure fit; head weight helps control the presentation. As the current strengthens, add only enough weight to maintain the intended path and contact. When fishing in midwater, a slower fall may keep the soft plastic at the fish's level for longer. Depth alone is therefore not a reliable guide to head weight.

Before casting a larger batch, seat the hook in the dry mould and check that it closes fully. After making the first head, check that the hook is firmly anchored, the eye is clear and the lure can be rigged straight. Do not reshape the hook to force it into an unsuitable recess. Follow the instructions for the mould, casting metal and melting equipment.

After contact with rocks, inspect the point and check whether the bend has opened. After saltwater use, rinse the rig with fresh water and let it dry. During a fight, the hook works together with the rod, drag and leader; the numerical hook size is not a guaranteed load rating.

VMC 5150 RD #4: frequently asked questions

Does #4 suit every small soft plastic?

Body thickness and the point exit position decide the fit. Lay the hook alongside the lure, then check that the gape remains clear and the tail can move freely after rigging.

What does the larger eye offer?

It makes threading the leader and tying knots easier. The eye must remain clean and open after casting and painting. Eye size alone does not indicate hook strength.

Does the 90° bend guarantee a horizontal lure position?

The angle describes the front bend of the hook. The actual position in the water also depends on the head shape and centre of gravity, lure rigging, direction of pull and current.

Is the same design available in black?

Compare the sizes available in the VMC 5150 BN range. Where the same size is offered in both finishes, you can choose according to finish. Check the fit again when switching to a different model range.

How do I recognise a correctly rigged lure?

The soft plastic sits straight behind the head, the point emerges through the solid part of the body and the gape remains clear. The tail and other active parts of the lure should be free to move.

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