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Mustad Demon Circle Wide Gap Hook In-Line | 1X Strong | 39948NP-BN

Mustad Demon Circle Wide Gap Hook In-Line | 1X Strong | 39948NP-BN

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Mustad Demon Circle Wide Gap Hook - Inline 1X Strong

The Mustad Demon Circle Wide Gap 39948NP-BN is an inline circle hook with a wider gap for improved hookup rates. The inline design qualifies this hook for fisheries requiring non-offset circle hooks. 4.3 Ultrapoint technology provides a sharp, durable point. Forged and Nor-Tempered construction adds strength beyond the 1X wire gauge. Ring eye accepts crimps, snells, and standard knots. Black nickel finish resists corrosion. Seven sizes from 6/0 to 12/0 cover everything from drifting live bait to deep dropping. Pack quantities vary by size: 6 per pack for 6/0-8/0, 5 for 9/0-11/0, 4 for 12/0.
  • Wide gap inline circle, non-offset
  • 4.3 Ultrapoint, forged and Nor-Tempered
  • Ring eye, black nickel finish
  • 7 sizes from 6/0 to 12/0
  • 4-6 per pack

Read our circle hook guide for regulations and technique

Wide Gap for Better Hookups

Standard circle hooks can miss fish because the gap between the point and shank is too narrow. The Mustad Demon Wide Gap solves this with a wider opening that grabs more tissue as the hook rotates to the jaw corner. The result is fewer missed fish on live bait, dead bait, and chunk presentations.

The inline design makes this hook legal in fisheries that require non-offset circle hooks. Seven sizes from 6/0 to 12/0 cover the widest range of any circle hook in the catalog. Whether you are drifting live bait for sailfish or deep dropping for grouper, the Demon Wide Gap provides the hookup rate and compliance you need.

Wide Gap Design

The wider gap between the point and shank improves hookup rates by allowing the hook to grab more tissue as the fish turns away. Standard-gap circle hooks can slide out of the jaw when the gap is too narrow for the fish's mouth anatomy.

Inline Non-Offset

The point aligns with the hook shank, meeting the regulatory definition of a non-offset circle hook. Legal in fisheries requiring inline circles for catch-and-release compliance. Tournament inspectors pass this hook design.

Seven Sizes, 6/0 to 12/0

6/0-8/0 for inshore species and smaller live baits. 9/0-10/0 for offshore live bait and chunking. 11/0-12/0 for large live baits targeting tuna and billfish. Pack sizes scale: 6 per pack for 6/0-8/0, 5 for 9/0-11/0, 4 for 12/0.

How to Fish Mustad Demon Wide Gap Circle Hooks

1. Select size based on bait and target species

2. Tie, snell, or crimp the hook to your leader through the ring eye

3. Thread your bait onto the hook with the point exposed

4. Deploy on a drift rig, flat line, kite, or bottom rig

5. When a fish bites, reel tight without striking

6. The wide gap circle rotates to the jaw corner as the fish turns away

Specs & Common Questions

Everything you need to know before you buy

Full Specifications +
Brand Mustad
Model 39948NP-BN Demon Wide Gap
Type Circle Hook (Inline)
Point 4.3 Ultrapoint
Construction Forged, Nor-Tempered, 1X
Eye Ring
Finish Black Nickel
Sizes 6/0 through 12/0
Quantity 4-6 per pack
Price Range $4.49 - $11.49
Is this tournament legal? +
Yes. The inline (non-offset) design meets circle hook requirements in billfish tournaments and regulatory fisheries. The point aligns with the shank. Our circle hook guide covers tournament regulations.
Wide gap vs standard gap? +
Wide gap hooks have more space between the point and shank, improving hookup rates on larger mouths. Standard gap is fine for smaller species. For offshore use, the wide gap is generally preferred. Our circle hook guide covers gap selection.
How does this compare to the Gamakatsu Inline Circle? +
The Mustad Demon Wide Gap has 7 sizes (6/0-12/0) and 4.3 Ultrapoint technology. The Gamakatsu Inline Circle has 3 sizes (6/0-8/0) with a lighter wire. The Mustad covers more size range. Both are inline and tournament legal.
What is 4.3 Ultrapoint? +
Mustad's advanced chemical sharpening technology. The 4.3 designation indicates the point angle that provides optimal penetration speed. Sharper than mechanically ground points. Our hook guide covers point technologies.
What species? +
Sailfish, marlin, tuna, mahi mahi, grouper, snapper, and any species in fisheries requiring or preferring circle hooks. The 7-size range covers everything from inshore bottom fish to large offshore pelagics. Our tuna guide covers hook selection.
How does this compare to the Mustad 39951 Demon? +
The 39948NP Wide Gap has a wider gap and inline design across 7 sizes. The 39951 Demon is a standard-gap model in 2 sizes. The Wide Gap provides better hookup rates and more size options. Our circle hook guide covers both.