Using various size loose trebles and a dremel to make some micro hooks. A butane torch to bend the eye/loop as needed and then temper the hook in wd-40. Sometimes I grind the barb, but not a big fan. Despite popular belief, I tend to lose a lot of fish barbless even keeping tension on the line.
Anyhoo…These DIY hooks work surprisingly well, even though baiting them can be frustrating. I imagine the brand name ones are much prettier and machined precisely, but if there is a fish on the end of it then it’s all the same to me!
Posted by Zealousideal_Crew439
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Looking good! If it’s price that’s the issue, I use dry fly hooks from [amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Maxcatch-100pcs-Fishing-Carbon-Streamer/dp/B093GCW4HS/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?crid=PK1MF5C8HOTV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.N3LRtjO-SMFrFv4hub2NWJrztfF69EuZ_vQSPGrNZg9xjScWSb6WR4Pg18arfZUpZRDUwgw4LSp92sSgy3QM3K-ZTMfu_xcLxvESmd-TA14jC2hDPMZF3dvAk4l1Yu0rXQ6ToGsKxrjXqUYmIACeUEXyKn1VuD00PJiXZpFYVV4Js7rzBRgbqTb7o2s52gxtnU_7BNvRlnnuiQEjJsmz9Q.92gMHaSal6pdNE4QBI-6mHdv-aNwCLf3Qpk5xJ2Onzo&dib_tag=se&keywords=size%2B22%2Bnymph%2Bhooks&qid=1731532155&sprefix=size%2B22%2Bnymph%2Bhook%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-7&th=1&psc=1). They are very very cheap. These are 100 for $9 #22, and I’m sure you can get them even cheaper.
If you enjoy the DIY aspect though definitely go for it.
Ok, you clearly have the skills and desire to create. Have you tried making hooks from raw materials? I’m thinking paper clips, or staples maybe to start? Let’s see some custom creations