Vintage Mustad 36890 Salmon Fly Hooks - Size 4/0 (Per 1 Hook)

Step back into the golden age of fly tying with these Vintage Mustad 36890 salmon hooks. Discontinued and highly sought-after by traditionalists, these hooks are the authentic foundation for classic Atlantic salmon and steelhead patterns.

Unlike modern chemically sharpened hooks, these vintage 36890s feature the legendary Tapered Loop Eye—a hallmark of quality manufacturing where the wire return is seamlessly tapered against the shank, allowing for perfectly smooth thread heads. The distinctive Japanned Black (Enamel) finish provides a deep, glossy, and durable coating that modern plating simply cannot replicate.

This specific stock comes from the O. Mustad & Søn factory (packaged in Auburn, N.Y., circa 1970s-80s) and represents the standard by which all other salmon hooks were measured. Whether you are dressing a "Blue Charm" for the river or framing a "Jock Scott" for the wall, these hooks offer the correct historical aesthetic and profile.

Key Features:

• Model: Mustad 36890 (Quality 36890)
• Size: 4/0
• Bend: Classic Limerick (Sharp bend angle for a traditional profile)
• Eye: Tapered Loop, Turned Up (Perfect for Turle Knots)
• Finish: Original Japanned Black Enamel
• Quantity: per 1 hook
• Condition: New Old Stock (NOS)

Why Tie on Vintage Mustad 36890s?

• Authenticity: Essential for tiers aiming for historical accuracy in classic feather-wing and hair-wing flies.
• Profile: The 3XL shank and Limerick bend provide the elegant, elongated silhouette required for traditional patterns.
• Durability: The heavy wire construction is designed to withstand the fight of powerful migratory fish.

Limited stock available. A rare find for the discerning collector and fly dresser.