Vexed Long Shank Mutsu Circle

Vexed Long Shank Mutsu Circle

The Vexed Long Shank Mutsu Circle is a specialist circle hook with an extended shank, designed for bait fishing where gut-hooking needs to be minimised. Built by Australian brand Vexed, these hooks feature the signature Mutsu-style bend combined with a circle hook point that rides up into the corner of the jaw on the strike — resulting in cleaner hook-ups and healthier fish releases. The long shank adds extra protection against bite-offs from toothy species.

Key Features

• Circle hook point for jaw-corner hook-ups — reduces gut-hooking
• Long shank Mutsu bend design
• Chemically sharpened for reliable penetration
• Extended shank provides bite-off protection from toothy fish
• High-carbon steel construction
• Available in four sizes

Specifications

Target Species & Techniques

Ideal for bottom fishing and bait fishing targeting snapper, mulloway, dhufish, and samson fish. The circle hook design is perfect for unattended rod setups where you can't strike immediately — the hook sets itself as the fish swims away. The long shank is a bonus when targeting toothy species like tailor, mackerel, and barracuda that would otherwise bite through your trace.