Live bait hook expalined

Eagle Claw’s Lazer Sharp live bait hooks stand out with two popular styles catering to different fishing needs in New Zealand: the heavy gauge L8 and the lighter gauge L7. Both these hooks feature the renowned Lazer Sharp point technology, which delivers exceptional penetration with less effort—meaning better hook sets and more landed fish on every trip.

Heavy Gauge L8

The L8 is built tough with heavy wire construction, designed for big saltwater species that put up a fight. This hook is perfect for anglers targeting Kingfish, snapper, and other strong fighters around New Zealand's coastal waters. The solid build ensures the hook won’t bend or break, while the sharp point makes hooking hard-mouthed fish easier. Its design includes a barbed, round bend and a ringed eye for easy snelling, so bait presentation is reliable and secure, even when working with larger live baits or chunk baits.

Light Gauge L7

The L7, on the other hand, is lighter wire and ideal for smaller live bait or when finesse is required. What makes it so versatile is that the smaller sizes of the L7 live bait hooks are great replacements for the tiny hooks on small slow jigs, sliders, and Inchiku lures. This is especially handy for anglers who like to fish lighter tackle but still want the benefit of a super-sharp and durable Eagle Claw hook. The L7’s short shank and ringed eye make it easy to tie on strong rigs, keeping bait natural and enticing for species like Snapper, Gurnard, and Trevally.

Why Both Matter

Having a choice between the L7 and L8 lets anglers adapt to the conditions and the species they’re after. Whether loading up bigger live baits for a heavyweight battle or swapping out tiny hooks on finesse lures, Eagle Claw’s Lazer Sharp L7 and L8 hooks deliver premium sharpness, durability, and bait security. They’re a smart pick for anyone keen on reliable, high-performance hooks made to stand up under New Zealand’s tough fishing conditions