{"product_id":"tiemco-hooks-7999-salom-steelhead-upturned-eye-10-pack","title":"Tiemco Hooks 7999 Salom\/Steelhead upturned eye #10 pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe TMC7999 is a classic single salmon\/steelhead hook for traditional hair-wings and streamy wets—built strong with an up-eye for snelling or loop knots. Great for Atlantic salmon hair-wings on rivers like the Tay\/Tweed, and steelhead patterns in North America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCore Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Salmon\/steelhead single\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEye: \u003c\/b\u003eUp-eye (snell-friendly; good swing angle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWire:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy\/forged (holds shape on powerful fish)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShank:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard length, gently tapered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Typically black (low-glare)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBarb:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard (pinches down cleanly)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere To Use The TMC7999\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTraditional hair-wings \u0026amp; swingers:\u003c\/b\u003e Ally’s Shrimp, Cascade (single), Stoat’s Tail, Black Bear\/Green Butt, Green Butt Skunk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClassic salmon\/steelhead wets:\u003c\/b\u003e Silver Doctor-style singles, low-water dressings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCold\/high water or big fish:\u003c\/b\u003e the heavy wire resists opening and adds a little “keel”.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRigging \u0026amp; Tying Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnots: Up-eye works beautifully with a snell or non-slip loop to keep a clean swing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDressings: Keep wings proportionate so you don’t crowd the gape; the 7999’s standard shank fits most classic patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegulations: Some beats specify singles\/barbless—crimp barbs neatly if required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClose Alternatives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTMC 7999 vs 7989\/7998 (other salmon models): choose by wire\/finish preference and local availability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed a lighter wire or different eye? Look at low-water\/spey singles with straighter eyes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTube flies: Use a short, strong tube hook or stout octopus-style single instead of a 7999.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottom line: If you want a strong, up-eye single for traditional salmon\/steelhead hair-wings and wets, the TMC 7999 is a reliable, time-tested choice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Feather Merchants","offers":[{"title":"#6","offer_id":67837841965360,"sku":"42617","price":11.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#8","offer_id":67837841998128,"sku":"42618","price":11.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/4549\/0627\/files\/Screenshot2026-09-24101458.png?v=1790201712","url":"https:\/\/www.sportinglife-turangi.co.nz\/products\/tiemco-hooks-7999-salom-steelhead-upturned-eye-10-pack","provider":"Sportinglife Turangi ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}