
Owner 5179 Circle Hooks - Tournament Legal
The Owner 5179 Circle Hook features a straight eye and inline shank design that qualifies as tournament legal in billfish and circle hook fisheries. The hangnail-style point provides instant penetration as the fish turns away with the bait. Medium shank length balances hookup ratio with fish retention. Black chrome finish provides durable corrosion resistance in saltwater. Four sizes from 6/0 to 9/0 cover standard offshore live bait and dead bait applications. One of the most trusted tournament circle hooks in offshore fishing.
- Inline straight eye, tournament legal
- Hangnail-style point for instant penetration
- Medium shank, black chrome finish
- 6/0-9/0 sizes
- $6.79 per pack
Owner's Tournament Circle Hook
Owner builds some of the sharpest hooks in fishing, and the 5179 Circle is no exception. The hangnail-style point is Owner's signature point geometry. It catches tissue instantly as the fish turns, rotating to the jaw corner with minimal slippage. Many anglers consider Owner points the sharpest available out of the box.
The inline straight-eye design passes tournament inspection without question. Four sizes from 6/0 to 9/0 cover standard sailfish, tuna, and mahi presentations. At $6.79 per pack, these are premium hooks that deliver premium performance. Worth the investment for tournament fishing where every hookup counts.
The inline straight-eye design passes tournament inspection without question. Four sizes from 6/0 to 9/0 cover standard sailfish, tuna, and mahi presentations. At $6.79 per pack, these are premium hooks that deliver premium performance. Worth the investment for tournament fishing where every hookup counts.
Hangnail Point
Owner's hangnail-style point is among the sharpest available. The point geometry catches tissue on first contact and holds as the hook rotates. Many tournament anglers consider Owner points the benchmark for circle hook sharpness.
Inline Tournament Legal
The point aligns with the hook shank, meeting the strictest inline circle hook requirements. The straight eye provides a clean connection for crimps, knots, and snells. Tournament inspectors pass this hook design without question.
Black Chrome Finish
Owner's black chrome is one of the most durable corrosion-resistant finishes available. It outlasts standard black nickel and maintains its integrity through repeated saltwater exposure. The dark finish also provides a low-visibility profile in the water.
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How to Fish Owner 5179 Circle Hooks
1. Select size: 6/0-7/0 for standard baits, 8/0-9/0 for larger presentations
2. Crimp, snell, or tie the hook to your leader through the straight eye
3. Thread your bait onto the hook with the point exposed
4. Deploy on a kite, flat line, outrigger, or drift setup
5. When a fish takes the bait, reel tight without striking
6. The hangnail point catches and rotates to the jaw corner
Specs & Common Questions
Everything you need to know before you buy
Full Specifications +
| Brand | Owner |
| Model | 5179 |
| Type | Circle Hook (Inline) |
| Point | Hangnail Style |
| Eye | Straight |
| Shank | Medium |
| Finish | Black Chrome |
| Sizes | 6/0, 7/0, 8/0, 9/0 |
| Price | $6.79 |
Is this tournament legal? +
Yes. The inline straight-eye design meets all billfish tournament and regulatory circle hook requirements. The point aligns with the shank. Our circle hook guide covers tournament regulations.
How does this compare to Gamakatsu Inline Circle? +
The Owner 5179 has a hangnail point (considered sharper out of the box) and black chrome finish. The Gamakatsu Inline Circle is forged with a lighter wire for natural bait presentations. Both are tournament legal. Different point geometry and construction for different preferences.
What is a hangnail point? +
Owner's signature point geometry that catches tissue on first contact and holds as the hook rotates. Named for its similarity to the way a hangnail catches on fabric. Considered one of the sharpest point styles available. Our hook guide covers point types.
What species? +
Sailfish, marlin, tuna, mahi mahi, and any species in fisheries requiring or encouraging circle hooks. The medium shank and black chrome construction handle standard offshore tackle. Our tuna guide covers hook selection.
What size for sailfish? +
7/0 and 8/0 are the most popular for sailfish kite fishing and live bait presentations. 6/0 for smaller baits on lighter tackle. Our live bait guide covers sailfish rigging.
How does the black chrome finish hold up? +
Black chrome is one of the most durable finishes available on fishing hooks. It outlasts standard black nickel and provides excellent corrosion resistance through multiple trips. Owner's black chrome is considered a benchmark for hook finish durability. Our hook guide covers finish types.



