In the mid 1980s, Daiichi introduced this "swimming nymph" hook to form the foundation for swimming mayfly nymph artificials, and for flies imitating leeches or worms.

The gentle "s" curve helps give a life like appearance to these creations.

Uses: Swimming Nymphs, Leeches, San Juan Worms

Sproat bend

straight-eye

1X-fine wire

3X-long curved shank

forged