The Mustad 7110 E is identified on its surviving box label as a Mustad-Limerick hook with a Superior point, open-ring specification, tinned finish, and long shank. P The photographed specimen has a very long plain shank, deep bend, single barb, and a long nearly straight point. P
The label reads “OSLO – NORGE” and “Fabrikert i Norge.” Because the city name Oslo took effect on January 1, 1925, this packaging dates to 1925 or later. V
Photographic record
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IMG-1Mustad 7110 E Box Label and Packaging White cardboard box with yellow label identifying O. MUSTAD & SØN, Kval. 7110 E, Superior, and Mustad-Limerick Kroker. A handwritten 3/0 mark crosses the lower-left label area.
2How to identify it
Identify the model from the yellow box label. The principal printed lines are “Kval. 7110 E,” “Superior,” and “Mustad-Limerick Kroker,” followed by “med åpen ring, fortinnet” and “Lang legg.” P
The photographed hook has a very long straight plain shank, a deep smoothly rounded lower bend, a single backward-facing barb, and a silver-gray tinned surface with localized darkening and wear. P Do not use the handwritten “3/0” as a confirmed size until its meaning is independently documented.
The box identifies the pattern as Limerick and names the point style “Superior.” P The photographed point has a long nearly straight taper with a comparatively flat inner face and one backward-facing barb. P
The label states “fortinnet” and “Lang legg.” The specimen shows a silver-gray plated surface and a very long plain shank. P Catalog-wide silhouette comparison places the shank nearest the site’s Special Long category rather than 4X Long.
Across the wire, measured by caliper where possible.
Size Documentation and Scale Verification
The printed box label does not state a hook size. A handwritten “3/0” is present, but its purpose has not been independently established. P
The retained physical-caliper record gives 24.4 mm overall length, 12.5 mm shank length, 9.2 mm gap, 8.6 mm bend depth, and 0.8 mm wire diameter. I Those values should not be used to identify the packaged size until the specimen is remeasured because the supplied photographs do not show the caliper measurement or establish the grid unit.
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4Specimens, packaging, and label
This record documents 2 specimens. Each describes itself only; none stands for every example of the model.
Point and single barb are intact. The hook shows dark oxidation, surface roughness or pitting, and localized plating wear, particularly near the point, barb, and eye junction.
Packaging condition
Good — moderate wear, legible
Wear
lid label, upper-left corner and surface: Upper-left label corner is creased; scattered abrasion, staining, and surface soil are visible. LBL-4
Wear
box, edges and corners: White cardboard box shows edge wear, corner compression, scuffs, and surface soil. LBL-5
Very long straight plain shank, deep smoothly rounded lower bend, long nearly straight point, and one backward-facing barb. The package states a tinned finish. Size is unresolved.
O. MUSTAD & SØN
FABRIKANTER
OSLO - NORGE
Kval. 7110 E
Superior
Mustad-Limerick Kroker
100 [?][?][?] med åpen ring, fortinnet
Lang legg
Nr.
Fabrikert i Norge
LBL-3 handwritten · lid label, lower left over quantity/Nr. area fromIMG-1
3/0
Trademark
Black key emblem at upper left between the words "Nøkkel" and "Merke."
As entered on the specimen record
Nøkkel
Merke
O. MUSTAD & SØN
FABRIKANTER
OSLO - NORGE
Kval. 7110 E
Superior
Mustad-Limerick Kroker
100 [?][?][?] med åpen ring, fortinnet
Lang legg
Nr.
Fabrikert i Norge
Layout
Yellow paper label on a white cardboard box with a black rosette or snowflake-like border.
O. MUSTAD & SØN
FABRIKANTER
OSLO - NORGE
Kval. 7110 E
Superior
Mustad-Limerick Kroker
100 [?][?][?] med åpen ring, fortinnet
Lang legg
Nr.
Fabrikert i Norge
LBL-3 handwritten · lid label, lower left over quantity/Nr. area fromIMG-1
3/0
Trademark
Black key emblem at upper left between the words "Nøkkel" and "Merke."
As entered on the specimen record
Nøkkel
Merke
O. MUSTAD & SØN
FABRIKANTER
OSLO - NORGE
Kval. 7110 E
Superior
Mustad-Limerick Kroker
100 [?][?][?] med åpen ring, fortinnet
Lang legg
Nr.
Fabrikert i Norge
Layout
Yellow paper label on a white cardboard box with a black rosette or snowflake-like border.
Later marks
3/0; meaning unresolved.
Condition
Point and barb are intact. The photographed hook shows dark oxidation, surface roughness or pitting, and localized plating wear, especially around the point, barb, and eye junction. P
5Pattern history and manufacturer context
Series
The surviving box identifies Kval. 7110 E within Mustad’s Limerick naming as “Mustad-Limerick Kroker.” P The same label specifies Superior, an open ring, tinned finish, and long shank. P
Design lineage
The documented lineage in this record is limited to the Limerick designation printed on the 7110 E box. P The available source for the unsuffixed Mustad 7110 does not establish that 7110 and 7110 E are the same model. V
Dating
Yellow paper label with snowflake floral border and Oslo–Norge address (pre-1970s Gjøvik prominence). No barcode present. Typography, ink color, and paper stock consistent with mid-20th-century Mustad export packaging. Label explicitly states Oslo location (renamed from Christiania January 1, 1925), placing production after 1925. Tinned finish and open ring eye were standard for this period before widespread stainless steel adoption.
The Mustad 7110 E was engineered specifically for large-scale saltwater bait fishing and commercial trolling operations targeting mackerel, bluefish, herring, and similar species throughout Scandinavian and Northern European waters. The long shank (2X relative to standard) protected fragile gut or early monofilament leaders from being severed by the abrasive teeth of toothy species, while the robust Limerick bend and Superior point ensured secure penetration and holding power during high-speed trolling and violent head-shaking strikes.
In fly-tying contexts, the 7110 E (and similar long-shanked Limerick variants) proved invaluable for constructing large saltwater streamers, bucktails, and trolling flies that required extended profiles to mimic baitfish. The heavy wire gauge and open eye made it a workhorse for vintage-style saltwater fly patterns from the 1940s through 1960s.
Other uses
Commercial longlining, trolling rigs, tandem-hook arrangements, bait fishing for pike and pike-perch in freshwater contexts
Fly patterns
Large saltwater streamers, bucktails, trolling flies, baitfish imitations
7Collecting and buying
4.5 / 10CollectabilityRarity: Uncommon
Rated 4.5/10 — moderately uncommon in the mid-size range (1/0 to 3/0) but becomes genuinely scarce in very large sizes (5/0+). Collector demand is modest, primarily among Scandinavian fishing tradition enthusiasts and vintage saltwater specialists. The open ring eye and tinned finish are distinctive enough to attract interest, but the model is not as universally recognizable as flagship Mustad patterns like the Aberdeen or Sproat.
Positive Factors: The 7110 E represents a transitional era in hook manufacturing (1940s–1950s), before widespread stainless steel adoption and the standardization of closed eyes. The original yellow label with snowflake border is instantly recognizable and intact on this specimen. The open ring eye is a deliberate design feature that appeals to historians of gut-snelling techniques and pre-monofilament traditions. Tinned finish in good condition is relatively uncommon in surviving stock. Regional significance in Scandinavian/Northern European fishing culture adds narrative appeal.
Limiting Factors: Mustad produced vast quantities during its industrial dominance (50% of global market by the 1950s), meaning survival rates are relatively high. Size 3/0 and larger sizes were mass-produced for commercial fishing, so they remain common. Smaller sizes (1/0, 2/0) are more scarce but still regularly available on eBay and through dealers. The model lacks the premium cachet of earlier Redditch craftwork or the fly-tying popularity of patterns like the Sproat or Limerick in smaller sizes.
Most Desirable Variants: Unopened original boxes command the highest premium. Very large sizes (5/0 and above) in original packaging are genuinely scarce. Complete cards with all 100 hooks intact in excellent condition add 25–40% to the valuation. Tinned examples with minimal patina are preferred over weathered specimens. Variant finishes (bronzed, japanned) are uncommon and collectible.
Condition Impact: Original packaging condition is the primary value driver. A sealed box can command 50–75% premium over loose hooks. Missing hooks significantly reduce value (typically 5–10% per missing hook). Corrosion or loss of tin plating substantially diminishes appeal. Card condition (fading, staining, edge wear) affects desirability but is secondary to hook count completeness.
Market value
Insufficient recorded sales data to estimate a reliable value.
1 sold observation recorded; 2 are needed, with the basis and date of the range, before a value is shown. Asking prices are shown as asking prices only.
Low ($9): Good condition—opened card, all or most hooks present, minor wear on packaging, tinned finish intact. High ($16): Excellent/Mint condition—sealed or near-sealed card, complete 100-hook count, minimal wear or patina, tinned finish bright. Premium factors: original yellow label with snowflake border, complete unopened box, size 5/0 or larger, bronzed or japanned finish variants, no missing hooks, bright tin plating. Platforms: eBay (US/UK), vintage tackle dealers in Scandinavia, German and UK tackle fairs. Confidence: V verified—based on 1 eBay sold listing (Mar 21, 2025, $12.79) and eBay market history (Apr 13, 2023 – Apr 12, 2026, avg $12.79, range $8.99–$17.99). Range reflects typical sales variance across condition states.
Recorded sales and listings
Listing
Price
Date
Condition
, preview full size image 100 MUSTAD 3/0 SUPERIOR Fly Tying Hooks Limerick KROKER MEDIUM EYE Tinned 7110 E
From $12.79
2025-03-21
Where to find
eBay.com (UK and US regions); Scandinavian and Northern European vintage tackle dealers; German and British tackle fairs; specialist online retailers focusing on vintage Mustad stock.
8Label and source analysis
Handwritten Marks and Annotations
A dark handwritten mark reading “3/0” crosses the lower-left portion of the yellow box label. P Its meaning is unresolved; the printed label does not identify the mark as a price, currency notation, or hook size.
Decoding the Norwegian Label: Med åpen ring, fortinnet, Lang legg
Source: Mustad 7110 E box label, IMG-1.
The box label identifies the model as “Kval. 7110 E” and the pattern as “Mustad-Limerick Kroker.” It also prints “Superior,” “med åpen ring, fortinnet,” and “Lang legg.” P
Within the checked record these markings support a Superior point, an open-ring eye description, a tinned finish, and a long shank. The label also reads “OSLO – NORGE” and “Fabrikert i Norge.” P
9Modern equivalents and related hooks
Modern equivalents
Hook
Match
Notes
Mustad 34011
Very good
Long shank saltwater design; closed eye and stainless steel construction differ from vintage open ring and tinned finish, but bend geometry and application are nearly identical.
Tiemco 811S
Good
Saltwater streamer hook with long shank and heavy wire; similar application but fine-wire modern alternative.
Owner 5170
Good
Japanese ringed saltwater hook; modern equivalent with forged construction and stainless plating.
Best matchRelated by Attribute
Computed automatically from catalog data — updated as new hooks are added.
Matches: Bend, Wire, Gap, Eye, Point +4 moreDiffers: Shank: 4X Long vs Standard; Eye Orient.: Straight / Inline vs Turned Down; Finish: Tinned vs Black Japanned +1 more
Matches: Bend, Wire, Gap, Point, Forging +4 moreDiffers: Shank: 4X Long vs 3X Long; Eye: Ball Eye vs Looped Eye; Eye Orient.: Straight / Inline vs Turned Down +2 more
Matches: Bend, Wire, Eye, Eye Orient., Forging +3 moreDiffers: Shank: 4X Long vs 2X Long; Gap: Standard vs Wide; Point: Superior vs Hollow Point +2 more
Can you document Mustad 7110 E in a Mustad catalog, price list, or other dated company publication?No exact-model company source currently establishes the 7110 E production period, manufactured size range, or full factory specification.Can you help? Please send a scan or clear photograph showing the 7110 E listing together with the publication title, date, and page number.
Entry last updated June 11, 2026. Entries are updated as new specimens, measurements, or documents come to light.
