A true legend in the New Zealand fishing scene, the Black Magic KS (K-Series) hook is arguably one of the most popular and versatile bait hooks available today. Whether you are straylining massive pilchards for trophy Snapper in the shallows, dropping ledger rigs over deep-water pins, or livebaiting for Kingfish, the KS hook is engineered to turn aggressive bites into secure, holding hookups. Unlike self-setting circle hooks, the KS features a classic offset suicide pattern, making it the absolute perfect choice for anglers who prefer to actively strike and set the hook when the line goes tight.

The mechanical superiority of the KS hook lies in its heavy-gauge wire construction. Manufactured in Japan from premium high-carbon steel, this thicker wire profile provides immense structural strength. This allows you to fish a stealthier, smaller hook presentation without the fear of a massive Snapper crushing it or a Kingfish straightening it under heavy drag pressure. It features a wicked, chemically sharpened turned-in point and a micro-barb, ensuring instantaneous penetration through tough, bony jaws the moment you sweep the rod.

Beyond its physical strength, the KS hook is finished with a specialized black lacquer coating. This matte finish serves a dual purpose: it provides a highly stealthy, low-visibility profile in the water, preventing wary, line-shy fish from spotting your hardware. Secondly, unlike heavily plated stainless hooks, this specific lacquer is designed to rust away relatively quickly if the hook is unfortunately lost or left in a fish's mouth, promoting better fish survival rates after a bust-off. Packaged in a bulk "Economy Pack," this format offers serious anglers exceptional value per hook, ensuring you have the firepower necessary for a hot bite.

(Please note: The quantity of hooks per Economy Pack varies depending on the specific hook size selected).

• Heavy Wire Gauge: Crafted from thick, premium Japanese high-carbon steel, allowing you to use a smaller, stealthier hook without sacrificing the strength needed to stop large, aggressive fish.

• Designed for Striking: The classic offset suicide profile is optimized for anglers who prefer to actively strike and set the hook when a fish takes the bait, making it lethal for straylining.

• Chemically Sharpened Point: Features a turned-in, chemically sharpened needle point that guarantees instant, effortless penetration through tough cartilage and bone.

• Stealth Black Lacquer: The low-glare black finish keeps the hook hidden from wary predators when fishing in crystal-clear water or highly pressured areas.

• Fish-Friendly Coating: The specialized lacquer is formulated to rust away rapidly if the hook is broken off and left in a fish, significantly increasing the animal's chance of survival.

• Economy Value: The bulk "Economy Pack" format provides serious, high-volume anglers with a premium product at an exceptional price-per-hook ratio.

• Brand: Black Magic Tackle

• Product Type: Fishing Hooks (Bait Hooks)

• Hook Series: KS (K-Series)

• Hook Style: Suicide / Offset J-Hook (Turned-in Point)

• Material: Heavy-Gauge Japanese High-Carbon Steel

• Finish: Black Lacquer (Rust-away)

• Point Type: Chemically Sharpened

• Target Species: Snapper, Kingfish, Tarakihi, Blue Cod, Trevally, and general saltwater species.

• Available Sizes: (Please select your required size - e.g., 1/0, 3/0, 5/0, 7/0, 8/0 - at checkout)

• Pack Quantity: Varies by hook size (Economy Bulk Pack)