Daiichi 1640 Dry Fly Hooks

It's rare that you can use the same hook to tie a tiny parachute as you can a large tube streamer, but somehow Daiichi has done it with their 1640 Dry Fly Hooks. A unique bend, these hooks have a straight eye and round bend with a 2x short length that makes them ideal for anything from caddis dry flies to a big Intruder. Equipped with a sharp point and mini barb, these hooks have excellent sticking power and you can rely on them whether you're chasing small brook trout or fresh chromers.

Uses

Dry fly hooks don't often have quite the range of applications that Daiichi's 1640 Dry Fly Hooks do. Ranging in size from 4-16, this hook has a 2x short shank that allows you to tie most dry flies, whether they're caddis, mayflies, stoneflies or terrestrials, as well as egg patterns and tube flies.

Comparisons

Daiichi's 1640 is a pretty unique hook, and there aren't really any options that can be equally compared. If you're looking for a dry fly hook with a straight eye and wide gap, Tiemco's TMC 101 Dry Fly Hooks would be a suitable option. These hooks also size down to 24, making them a superior option for those looking to tie tiny midges or tricos, but they don't offer the large sizes that are the benchmark of Diaichi's 1640's versatility.