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Gamakatsu 02011 is the size 1/0 Nickel version of the company’s standard Octopus hook. The photographed package is stock 02011-100, a 100-hook package marked “MADE IN JAPAN” and distributed in the United States by Gamakatsu U.S.A. Inc. from Tacoma, Washington. Gamakatsu’s current catalogs continue to list 02011 for size 1/0, with 02011-25 and 02011-100 identifying the 25- and 100-hook packs.
The specimen has the compact, up-eye form associated with Gamakatsu’s Octopus pattern. Gamakatsu specifies the standard Octopus as forged and offset-point, and describes its sharpening as a conically needle-honed point. The photographed size 1/0 specimen measures 26.3 mm overall, with a 12.1 mm gap and approximately 1.02 mm wire diameter.
The exact introduction date of stock number 02011 and the exact date of this package are not established by the available evidence. The Gamakatsu U.S.A. Inc. label places the package no earlier than 1992, when the U.S. company was established. The same Tacoma P.O. box remained in use for decades, so the address alone does not narrow the package to the 1990s.
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The photographed size 1/0 specimen measures 26.3 mm overall, 16.6 mm along the shank, 12.1 mm across the gap, 14 mm in bend depth, and approximately 1.02 mm in wire diameter. These are measurements of this specimen rather than manufacturer dimensional tolerances.
Gamakatsu identifies the standard Octopus as forged and offset-point. The company describes its sharpening as conical or needle-honed, so a hollow-point classification is not supported for 02011. The standard Octopus is the baseline wire version of the pattern; Gamakatsu separately offers lighter, 4X-strong, and Tournament Grade Wire Octopus variants.
Current Gamakatsu catalogs place stock number 02011 in the Nickel range and list 02011-100 for the 100-hook pack. That documentation confirms the Nickel finish rather than leaving it as a photographic inference. The side-profile photograph does not itself reveal the lateral point offset, but the manufacturer specification does.
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Sources: this specimen and its packaging.
Gamakatsu catalogs treat 02011 as a stock number within the Nickel Octopus range rather than as the designation for the entire Octopus series. In current U.S. catalogs, 02011 is specifically the size 1/0 Nickel hook; 02010 is size 1 and 02012 is size 2/0. Quantity suffixes identify bulk packs: 02011-25 is a 25-hook pack and 02011-100 is the 100-hook pack shown here.
The broader Octopus family is offered in several colors and finishes, but those versions use different stock-number prefixes. In size 1/0, current catalogs list 02111 for Bronze, 02411 for NS Black, and 02311 for Red. Stock number 02011 therefore identifies the Nickel version.
Gamakatsu continues to list 02011 in active production. Available manufacturer documentation does not establish the exact introduction year of this stock number, so a specific 1980s introduction date is not supported.
The Gamakatsu U.S.A. Inc. name establishes a 1992-or-later date for the U.S. package because Gamakatsu states that its U.S. subsidiary was established in 1992. The P.O. Box 1797 Tacoma address does not narrow the date further; Gamakatsu has continued to use that mailing address. The front photograph does not show a barcode, but that is not a reliable pre-1984 dating criterion because the back of the package is not shown.
Gamakatsu U.S.A. Inc. address (P.O. Box 1797, Tacoma, WA) on label indicates establishment of North American subsidiary in 1970s-1980s. Label features offset litho printing characteristic of 1980s-1990s production. Absence of barcode on label is consistent with pre-1984 label design, though hooks themselves are modern. Plastic clamshell packaging format became standard for Asian manufacturers in late 1970s-1980s. 'Made in Japan' marking confirms post-1975 import. Overall packaging aesthetic and plastic construction strongly suggest 1980s-1990s manufacture, likely still in current production.
The 02011 belongs to the modern family of short-shank bait hooks sold as Octopus patterns. Its visible form combines a compact shank, an upturned eye, a broad rounded bend, a barb, and a sharply tapered point. Gamakatsu’s specification for the standard Octopus adds two construction details that cannot be established from the side-profile photograph alone: forged construction and an offset point.
Available manufacturer documentation does not establish the historical origin of the “Octopus” pattern name or a direct lineage from older British or American bend families to model 02011. The photographed geometry can be described as a rounded, wide-gap bait-hook form without assigning an undocumented early-20th-century ancestry.
| Silhouette | Hook Model | Match | Analysis | Compare |
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02308 No. 4 — Octopus | 81% | Compare | |
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02309 No. 2 — Octopus | 79% | Compare | |
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02109 No. 2 — Octopus | 77% | Compare | |
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02310 No. 1 — Octopus Hook | 76% | Compare | |
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9099 No. 4 — Viking Hooks | 76% | Compare |
| Silhouette | Hook Model | Match | Compare |
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02311 No. 1/0 — Octopus | 87% | Compare |
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02308 No. 4 — Octopus | 84% | Compare |
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03009 No. 2 — Octopus (Barb On Shank) | 84% | Compare |
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02310 No. 1 — Octopus Hook | 84% | Compare |
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02408 No. 4 — Octopus | 83% | Compare |
Gamakatsu sells the Octopus as an all-purpose hook rather than a saltwater-only pattern. The short shank, upturned eye, forged construction, barb, and offset needle point suit a wide range of bait presentations in fresh and salt water, including rigs tied directly to the eye or snelled.
Gamakatsu does not assign the size 1/0 02011 to a fixed list of species, bait types, or fish weights. Those choices depend on the rig, bait, line, and target fish rather than the stock number alone.
Saltwater jigging, live-bait trolling, pier and jetty fishing, basket-trap bait hooks
Not applicable — bait hook, not used for fly tying.
| Hook | Match Quality | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Gamakatsu 02011 (current production) | Excellent | Same model remains in production; modern examples are direct equivalents to this 1980s-1990s specimen. |
| Owner 5353 Gorilla Hook | Very Good | Modern Japanese competitor, round bend, wide gap, similar size range and application. Slightly heavier wire. |
| Daiichi 2380 Saltwater Bait | Good | Japanese manufacture, saltwater bait application, similar bend profile. Slightly different eye geometry. |
Rated 2.5/10 — modern mass-produced hook with no scarcity or advanced collector demand. Common in secondary markets; available in quantity on eBay and in tackle shops. Modest interest only from anglers seeking affordable working baits or catalogers documenting post-1980s Japanese imports.
Stock number 02011 remains in current production, and 02011-100 bulk packs are still commercially available. The hook itself is therefore common rather than scarce. Collector interest, where present, is more likely to center on documented older packaging variants than on the hook pattern alone.
The photographed Gamakatsu U.S.A. package can be dated only to 1992 or later from its visible company information. The Tacoma address does not support an early-1980s date, and no documented packaging chronology establishes a premium for this particular label style. Retail and marketplace prices for 02011-100 vary, so isolated asking prices should not be treated as evidence of a fixed collectible value.
Clear plastic clamshell box with integral hinged lid. Bright blue and white printed label affixed to front face. Label features: Gamakatsu script logo in white at top left; 'Style' label with 'OCTOPUS' in bold blue sans-serif; 'Size' label with '1/0' handwritten in black ink; 'Stock No.' label with '02011-100' printed in blue and black; 'Quantity' label with '100' printed. Blue warning text below. Company branding: triangular Gamakatsu logo with stylized 'GY' monogram in blue, text 'SIMPLY THE BEST' in blue, 'GAMAKATSU U.S.A. INC.' in blue, address 'P.O BOX 1797 TACOMA, WA 98401' in blue, 'MADE IN JAPAN' in blue. Clear polyethylene envelope visible inside containing hooks. Box shows minimal wear; label colors remain vibrant. This is a bulk bait hook package.
Low ($18): Opened clamshell box, complete or near-complete hook count, light packaging wear
High ($26): Sealed or near-sealed clamshell box, full 100-hook count, excellent label and box condition
Premium factors: Original clamshell box vs. loose hooks (clamshell adds ~$10-15); sealed vs. opened (~$3-5); 1980s Tacoma subsidiary label variant (~$2-3); missing hooks deduct ~$0.15 per hook
Platforms: eBay completed listings; specialist fishing tackle dealers
Confidence: V verified — based on 2 eBay sold listing(s), $17.75–$25.90. Analysis reflects modern bait hook market pricing for bulk quantity packages.
eBay (search 'Gamakatsu 02011' or 'Gamakatsu Octopus 1/0'). Specialist saltwater tackle dealers. Tackle fairs and swap meets. General fishing supply websites. Note: 02011 is still in production, so recent packaging is more common than 1980s-1990s variants.
Identification: The front label reads “OCTOPUS,” size 1/0, stock no. 02011-100, quantity 100, “GAMAKATSU U.S.A. INC.,” “P.O. BOX 1797 TACOMA, WA 98401,” and “MADE IN JAPAN.” Those markings identify the package as the Nickel size 1/0 Octopus bulk pack listed under stock number 02011-100.
Condition: The box and label appear clean and legible in the photograph, and the visible hooks appear bright. The photograph does not establish whether the container is factory sealed, whether all 100 hooks are present, or whether every hook inside is free of corrosion.
Dating: The Gamakatsu U.S.A. Inc. name provides a post-1992 marker. The Tacoma P.O. box remained in use long afterward, and the absence of a barcode on this front view is not sufficient to assign a narrower date.
| Title | Price | Date | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gamakatsu #02011-25 Fish Hooks, Size 1/0 Octopus. QTY=25 | $17.75 (asking) | active | New |
| Gamakatsu Octopus Size 2/0 Nickel Finish Pack Of 25 02011-25 | $25.90 (asking) | active | New |
eBay market reference. Researcher-curated. Prices in USD. Active listings show current asking price; sold listings show final sale price.
Store the unopened clamshell box in a cool, dry environment away from moisture and direct sunlight. The nickelled finish is highly corrosion-resistant but benefits from low humidity storage. If the box is opened, transfer unused hooks to an airtight container or sealed plastic bag with a desiccant packet to prevent oxidation and preserve the bright nickel finish.
The original clamshell packaging is not fully sealed and will allow moisture ingress over years if stored in humid conditions. Consider storing in a climate-controlled location (relative humidity below 50%) for long-term preservation. If individual hooks are removed and used, protect the remaining hooks in the box by resealing the clamshell with clear tape or transferring to a ziplock bag.
The printed label is an important historical record of Gamakatsu U.S.A. branding and subsidiary operations. Avoid folding, creasing, or water damage to the label. Do not attempt to clean toning or discoloration on the label with solvents, as offset litho printing can be sensitive to chemical exposure. Light dust can be gently removed with a soft brush.
Hooks themselves require no special care if kept dry. The nickelled plating will develop a light patina over decades if exposed to damp conditions, which some collectors view as desirable aging but which reduces functional performance. If hooks are to be used rather than preserved, store in a tackle box with moisture-absorbing desiccant packets or silica gel.
Source: Gamakatsu 02011-100 package front label; Gamakatsu company history; Gamakatsu U.S. Octopus product and catalog documentation; 19 U.S.C. § 1304
The front label identifies the package as Gamakatsu “OCTOPUS,” size 1/0, stock no. 02011-100, quantity 100, from Gamakatsu U.S.A. Inc., P.O. Box 1797, Tacoma, WA 98401. It also states “MADE IN JAPAN.” The blue-and-white label carries the Gamakatsu script logo, a triangular company mark, the “SIMPLY THE BEST” slogan, and a sharp-hook safety warning.
The Gamakatsu U.S.A. Inc. name provides a firm earliest date of 1992 for this U.S. package because Gamakatsu states that the U.S. company was established that year. The Tacoma P.O. box does not establish a narrow 1990s date; Gamakatsu continued to use the same address. The front photograph also does not provide a reliable barcode-based date because the back panel is not shown.
“MADE IN JAPAN” is direct country-of-origin evidence for the packaged hooks. U.S. country-of-origin marking is governed principally by 19 U.S.C. § 1304. The marking does not, by itself, establish where the box was filled or whether later repackaging occurred. The size and stock-number entries appear to have been added to a preprinted label, but the photograph does not establish who added them or at what stage of distribution.
| P | Photographically verified — Directly observable in the photograph(s) on this page. |
| V | Verified by documentation — Confirmed by manufacturer catalog, spec sheet, or published reference. |
| I | Inferred — A logical deduction from observable or documented evidence, not directly stated. |
| E | Estimated — An approximation based on visual comparison, proportional analysis, or limited data. |
| S | Speculative — A reasoned hypothesis that cannot be confirmed from available evidence. |
Unnotated claims are the compiler’s synthesis; see Sources. All photographs on garrenwood.com are taken on a measurement grid where each square equals 1/10 inch (0.1″ / 2.54 mm).
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