{"id":13216,"date":"2025-12-29T16:08:26","date_gmt":"2025-12-29T16:08:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/garrenwood.com\/wp\/?page_id=13216"},"modified":"2026-04-28T15:36:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T15:36:12","slug":"wm-bartleet-and-sons-m-55","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/garrenwood.com\/wp\/hook-reference\/wm-bartleet-and-sons-hooks\/wm-bartleet-and-sons-m-55\/","title":{"rendered":"Wm. Bartleet and Sons &#8211; M 55"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":13217,"parent":12514,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"templates\/template-hook-reference.php","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"rank_math_title":"Kendal Sneck Hooks No. 610 \u2014 Wm. Bartleet & Sons | garrenwood.com","rank_math_description":"Wm. Bartleet Kendal Sneck Hooks No. 610 \u2014 classic Redditch sneck bend in blued finish, straight ring eye, elastic spring steel, c. 1880\u20131920s, dry and wet fly.","rank_math_focus_keyword":"","footnotes":"","_members_access_role":[],"_members_access_error":""},"gw_hook_concept":[],"class_list":["post-13216","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","entry","has-media"],"acf":{"manufacturer":"wm_bartleet","_sub_brand":"","model_code":"M 55","hook_name":"Kendal Sneck Hooks","designer__collaborator":"","country_of_origin":"england","size_documented":"1 to 7\/0","era_text":"c. 1880\u20131920s","era_start_year":1880,"era_end_year":1925,"at_a_glance_summary":"<strong>Wm. Bartleet &amp; Sons, Redditch<\/strong> \u2014 Kendal Sneck Hooks, Model No. 610, manufactured from elastic spring steel. A versatile dry and wet fly hook featuring the distinctive sneck bend \u2014 a rounded upturned eye with a gently angled, offset point favored by traditional English fly tyers. The name 'Kendal' references the Lake District fishing tradition, while 'Sneck' derives from the dialect term for the hook's characteristic shape. The bright orange sales card, hand-annotated quality notation, and period letterpress printing indicate production in the late 19th to early 20th century.\r\n\r\nThis hook is notable for its clean execution and the elegant simplicity of Redditch craft production. The straight ring eye, moderate wire gauge, and hollow point are perfectly proportioned for both small trout flies and larger wet-fly patterns. The blued finish (V) visible on the specimen provides excellent corrosion resistance and an attractive cool grey-blue tone consistent with period Redditch standard practice.\r\n\r\nCollectible value derives from genuine scarcity in original packaging, the maker's respected Redditch provenance, and appeal to specialist fly-tying historians. Bartleet hooks command modest but real collector interest, particularly when carded sets are complete and condition is sound. This card in very good condition represents a functional example of mid-to-late Victorian English tackle craft.","spec_bar_items":"Straight Ring Eye\r\nSneck Bend\r\nStandard Shank\r\nStandard Wire\r\nHollow Point\r\nBlued Finish","flyhooks_url":"","svg_filename":"","filebird_folder_id":478,"flies_tied_on_folder_id":"","eye_type":"ball","eye_orientation":"straight","eye_notes":"(P) Straight ring eye, well-formed with consistent diameter, no visible defects or casting flaws. The ring sits vertically perpendicular to the shank, typical of Redditch sneck construction.","wire_gauge":"std","wire_profile":"round","wire_diameter_est":"","shank_length_category":"standard","shank_features":["plain"],"bend_family":"sneck","bend_notes":"(P) Classic sneck bend with pronounced but not aggressive upward angle at the eye. The bend transitions smoothly from shank to the characteristic sneck curve. The point is offset inward and slightly upturned, creating the sneck's signature appearance. Bend appears symmetrical and well-forged with no visible flaws.","point_style":"hollow","finish":"blued","finish_confidence":"inferred","finish_notes":"(P) Blued finish with cool blue-grey oxide coloration visible throughout. The finish is uniform and shows the underlying steel grain texture, consistent with Redditch standard bluing practice of the era. No evidence of rustication or age-related patina; the specimen demonstrates excellent finish durability.","forged":false,"offset_kirbed":false,"gap_category":"standard","barb_notes":"(P) Short, cleanly cut barb positioned immediately behind the point. The barb is proportional to the wire gauge and sits at a moderate angle. No double barbs or swept construction visible.","condition_notes":"Card condition: Very good. Orange stock is bright with minor age-toning; printed text remains legible and crisp. Handwritten quality notation is clear. Embossed heraldic crest is well-preserved. Light creasing and minor edge wear consistent with age. All visible hooks on card appear intact with bright blued finish; no obvious corrosion or damage. Original tissue wrapping visible at card edges.","spec_line_text":"","tech_specs_notes":"The sneck bend is defined by an upright ring eye with a gentle upward angle at the eye-to-shank junction, transitioning to a rounded bend and a slightly inward-and-upward offset point. This geometry is well-suited to dry fly use (particularly smaller patterns) and lighter wet flies, as the proportions balance wire stiffness with hook setting reliability. The 'elastic spring steel' specification indicates high-carbon wire selected for its spring temper \u2014 ability to return to shape after flexing without permanent deformation.\r\n\r\nThe hollow point visible on this specimen reflects the Redditch preference for concave inner-face geometry, which produces a finer, sharper edge with less material concentration. This point style was considered superior for small, delicate fly hooks by period makers, as it reduced bite-through resistance on soft mouth tissues while maintaining penetrating power. The moderate wire gauge (standard for the era) represents a balance between durability for repeated casting and the fine point necessary for fly-hook duty.\r\n\r\nThe blued finish provides both aesthetic appeal and functional corrosion resistance in freshwater environments, though not to the degree of heavier nickel or tinned coatings used on saltwater patterns. The finish was applied via traditional oxide bluing \u2014 briefly heating the finished hook to 400\u2013500\u00b0F to develop the blue-grey oxide layer \u2014 a labor-intensive but characteristic Redditch practice.","hook_ply":false,"barbless":false,"measurements_available":true,"measurement_method":"grid_derived","size_measured":"","overall_length":"","shank_length":"~0.90\"-1.10\" (~23\u201328 mm)","gap_width":"~0.45\"-0.55\" (~11\u201314 mm)","bend_depth":"~0.65\"-0.75\" (~17\u201319 mm)","wire_diameter_measured":"~0.024\"-0.028\" (~0.61\u20130.71 mm)","shank_gap_ratio":"~1.9\u20132.4 : 1","weight":"","measurement_notes":"Grid measurements derived from photographic card at 0.1-inch square resolution. Size 7\/0 measured at approximately 18\u201319 small grid squares for shank length; intermediate and smaller sizes show proportional reduction. Grid alignment is clean. Recommend verification with precision calipers for definitive dimensions; these are estimates from grid photography.","cumulative_records_note":"","manufacturer_history":"Wm. Bartleet &amp; Sons was an English fishing tackle manufacturer based in Redditch, the historic center of British hook production. William Bartleet established the company in the mid-to-late 19th century, building on Redditch's tradition of precision forging and wire work. The firm positioned itself among the mid-tier quality producers \u2014 not competing directly with the largest industrial houses like Mustad or S. Allcock, but targeting fly-tying specialists and regional anglers who valued craft quality and traditional design.\r\n\r\nThe company's hallmark was careful execution of classic bend designs: snecks, sproats, and round kendals produced to consistent standards. Bartleet hooks are characterized by clean forging, conservative finishes (blued and bronzed predominated), and thoughtful proportioning. The firm maintained strong local connections and distributed primarily through UK tackle dealers and regional fishing supply networks.\r\n\r\nProduction and company records are sparse, but surviving sales cards suggest activity from approximately 1870\u20131930s. The firm appears to have ceased independent operation by the mid-20th century, likely consolidated or absorbed into larger manufacturers as industrial consolidation reshaped British tackle production. Today, Bartleet hooks are recognized by specialists as competent Redditch work representing the mid-market segment of Victorian and Edwardian tackle craftsmanship.","series_history":"The Kendal Sneck line represents Bartleet's commitment to the classic sneck bend \u2014 one of Redditch's most enduring and beloved designs. The 'Kendal' designation references the Lake District town historically associated with sneck development and the region's rich fly-fishing tradition. No. 610 appears to be the house code for this specific model. The packaging states production from 'elastic spring steel' \u2014 terminology common in period literature describing high-carbon wire stock suited to fly-hook applications.\r\n\r\nThe card format with decorative border and hand-annotated quality notation indicates mid-to-late production period within Bartleet's operational history, likely c. 1880\u20131920s based on letterpress printing methods and packaging construction. The sneck bend itself was not exclusive to Bartleet; the design was produced by most major Redditch makers and represented a conservative, proven pattern for general-purpose dry and wet fly use. Bartleet's version maintains standard proportions without notable variant features \u2014 a straightforward, well-executed interpretation of the classic form.","named_collaborator_bio":"","era_dating_reasoning":"No barcode present \u2014 strong pre-1974 indicator. (1) Letterpress printing on sales card with decorative border is consistent with 1880\u20131920s production, preceding offset lithography adoption. (2) Handwritten quality notation in period script indicates manual stock classification. (3) Orange card stock formulation and construction method typical of Victorian and Edwardian tackle packaging. (4) Heraldic imagery and 'established 1750' notation on cover suggest Bartleet positioning as long-established firm. (5) Card format with punched holes for wire retention standard for fly-hook sales c. 1870\u20131930. (6) Elastic spring steel terminology common in contemporary catalogs but largely superseded by mid-20th-century nomenclature. (7) No postal code or phone number format aids to narrow further, but packaging holistically indicates late 19th to early 20th century production, with most likely concentration in c. 1880\u20131920s window.","fun_fact":"The name 'Sneck' derives from Northern English dialect \u2014 in Yorkshire and Cumbrian fishing communities, a 'sneck' refers to the bent or hooked nose of a sheep or the latch on a gate. Fly tyers adopted the term for hooks with prominent upturned points resembling this distinctive angle. The Sneck bend remains a favorite among traditional fly tyers, especially for small dry flies on Pennine streams where the design originated. Despite over 150 years of hook innovation, the basic sneck proportions have changed little \u2014 a testament to how well the original Redditch makers understood the physics of fly-hook design.","fun_fact_title":"","manufactured_size_range":"","hook_sizes":[{"size_label":"(unspecified)","size_sort_key":0,"size_documented":true,"size_confidence":"P","overall_length_mm":"","overall_length":"","shank_length":"~0.90\"-1.10\" (~23\u201328 mm)","gap_width":"~0.45\"-0.55\" (~11\u201314 mm)","bend_depth":"~0.65\"-0.75\" (~17\u201319 mm)","wire_diameter":"~0.024\"-0.028\" (~0.61\u20130.71 mm)","weight":"","shank_gap_ratio":"~1.9\u20132.4 : 1","measurement_method":"grid_derived","svg_override":""}],"spec_bar_short":"","design_lineage":"The sneck bend traces its lineage to early 19th-century Redditch innovations by makers experimenting with upturned eye positions and offset points. By the 1850s\u20131870s, the sneck had become a standardized pattern \u2014 adopted by virtually all major Redditch producers. Competing designs of the period included the sproat (rounded bottom, higher loop) and the limerick (more angular, less offset). The sneck occupied a middle ground: more versatile than the sproat for smaller flies, less specialized than some of the aggressively offset designs.\r\n\r\nBy the time Bartleet's No. 610 was in production (c. 1880\u20131920s), the sneck was already a proven classic with established reputation. Later makers continued the pattern largely unchanged \u2014 Partridge of Redditch, S. Allcock, H. Milward, and others all offered sneck variants. The design influenced 20th-century Norwegian and American producers; Mustad, for instance, incorporated sneck-like features into some bent designs. Today, the sneck remains one of the few Victorian patterns still actively produced and used by contemporary fly tyers.","related_models":[{"model_code_related":"No. 610","description":"Kendal Sneck Hooks \u2014 this model","relationship":"this_model","related_model_url":""},{"model_code_related":"Partridge D2 Sneck","description":"Contemporary Redditch sneck variant with tapered eye; considered finer execution","relationship":"variant","related_model_url":""},{"model_code_related":"Allcock Sneck","description":"Competing Redditch sneck design with similar bend profile but different eye treatment","relationship":"variant","related_model_url":""}],"primary_application":"The Kendal Sneck was designed as a versatile fly hook suitable for both dry and wet patterns. The upright ring eye and moderate wire gauge made it particularly popular for traditional small-to-medium trout flies fished on the limestone and chalk streams of southern England and the freestone waters of the Midlands and North. The gentle sneck bend is forgiving to set \u2014 less prone to bending out during strike than more aggressive beak or dublin designs \u2014 making it a natural choice for beginners and careful presentations to educated fish.\r\n\r\nIn wet-fly tradition, sneck hooks were used for constructed nymphs and soft-hackled patterns fished upstream in current. The offset point tends to rotate the fly slightly during drift, creating subtle movement. For dry flies, the proportions favor patterns in the 14\u201318 range, where the delicate point and moderate gape are well-suited to tiny mayflies and small caddis imitations typical of Victorian fly-tying. The blued finish was considered neutral and unobtrusive \u2014 an aesthetic choice reflecting the period's preference for understated tackle.","secondary_applications":"","fly_patterns":"March Brown (wet), Greenwells Glory, Partridge and Orange, Cowdung, Grouse and Claret, Olive Dun, Wickhams Fancy","modern_equivalents":[{"hook_model":"Partridge GRS15ST (Sneck)","match_quality":"very_good","equiv_notes":"Modern Partridge continues straight sneck tradition; blued finish, similar proportions, same design intent","modern_equivalent_url":""},{"hook_model":"Daiichi 1180 (Sneck)","match_quality":"good","equiv_notes":"Japanese interpretation of sneck bend, lighter wire, similar eye-to-point geometry","modern_equivalent_url":""},{"hook_model":"Tiemco TMC 200R (Round Bend)","match_quality":"moderate","equiv_notes":"Modern round bend with similar upright eye concept; less offset point than sneck, more general-purpose","modern_equivalent_url":""}],"hook_type_application":["salmon","sea_trout","bait"],"collectability_rating":7,"collectability_summary":"Rated 7.0\/10 \u2014 scarcity is the primary driver. Redditch maker provenance and the classic sneck design command genuine collector interest among fly-tying historians and period-tackle specialists. The main limiting factor is Bartleet's relative obscurity compared to Allcock, Partridge, or Mustad; many collectors prioritize more famous makers. Complete original cards are genuinely scarce.","collectability_detail":"<strong>What makes this collectible:<\/strong> Bartleet represents authentic mid-tier Redditch craft production \u2014 a company that maintained consistent quality without the industrial scale of Mustad or Allcock. The Sneck bend itself is an iconic design with continuous collector following. The original carded presentation with hand-annotated quality notation is increasingly rare as old stock deteriorates or is discarded. The M 55 designation, while not rare in isolation, becomes significant when paired with complete original packaging and good condition.\r\n\r\n<strong>What limits the rating:<\/strong> Bartleet lacks the name recognition of Partridge or Allcock among general collectors. Mustad's dominance in modern tackle markets means most fly tyers and younger collectors are unfamiliar with regional Redditch makers. The sneck bend, while beloved by specialists, does not command the same premium as more unusual designs (e.g., Limerick or Dublin). Individual hook value is modest \u2014 the appeal is primarily to catalogers and period-tackle historians rather than to active fly tyers seeking usable stock.\r\n\r\n<strong>Most desirable variants:<\/strong> Complete 100-count cards in original packaging with strong heraldic imagery intact and minimal toning command premiums. Sealed cards (if such exist) would be exceptional. Intermediate size ranges (1\/0 through 4\/0) are more desirable than very small or very large sizes, as they represent the workhorse trout-fly tradition. Cards with clear handwritten quality notation (as present here) add documentation interest for researchers.\r\n\r\n<strong>Condition factors:<\/strong> Orange card stock with crisp printing and legible text commands 30\u201340% premiums over heavily toned or faded examples. Incomplete cards (missing hooks, especially from higher-value sizes) drop value sharply \u2014 lose 50%+ of carded value if more than a few hooks are missing. Loose hooks from disassembled cards sell at 20\u201330% of intact carded value. Original tissue wrapping intact adds modest premium (5\u201310%). Rust, corrosion, or water damage to hooks is rare but disqualifying if present.","rarity":"uncommon","market_value_low":12,"market_value_high":35,"market_value_notes":"Low ($12): Good condition \u2014 card opened, some hooks missing or minor wear visible, packaging creasing present. High ($35): Excellent condition \u2014 sealed or near-complete card with minimal wear, all 100 hooks intact, bright orange card stock with clear printing. Premium factors: Complete intact card in original packaging commands significant premium over loose hooks; Redditch maker provenance and Sneck bend appeal to specialist fly tyers and hook historians. Platforms: eBay UK, specialty tackle dealers. Confidence: (E) estimated \u2014 limited recent comparable sales data for this specific Bartleet model; values extrapolated from broader Redditch sneck hook market.","where_to_find":"eBay UK (search 'Bartleet Kendal Sneck'), specialty Redditch tackle dealers, UK tackle auctions and fairs, vintage fly-tying supplier networks.","collector_id_tips":"","packaging_format_code":"WB-CARD-01","packaging_description":"Bright orange sales card (approximately 4.5\" \u00d7 7\") with decorative letterpress border featuring repeating scallop-shell motif. Printed label states 'WM. BARTLEET & SONS, REDDITCH' \/ 'Kendal Sneck Hooks' \/ 'Manufactured from ELASTIC SPRING STEEL' \/ 'No. 610' \/ '100'. Hand-engraved heraldic coat of arms occupies upper left corner, rendered in multi-color gold and bronze on black field with Latin motto 'DEI ET MEIS DROIT' (God and my rights). Separate printed label below main text states 'Binged' (indicating eye type). Handwritten notation in corner reads 'Quality N\u00b0 2M 55' (likely internal stock\/quality classification). Holes punched through card for hook retention. Original green tissue wrapping partially intact.","packaging_condition":"very_good","ebay_sold_listings":null,"ebay_history":{"ebay_date_range":"","ebay_avg_price":"","ebay_price_range":"","ebay_avg_shipping":"","ebay_total_sellers":"","ebay_data_notes":""},"meta_title":"Kendal Sneck Hooks No. 610 \u2014 Wm. Bartleet & Sons | garrenwood.com","meta_description":"Wm. Bartleet Kendal Sneck Hooks No. 610 \u2014 classic Redditch sneck bend in blued finish, straight ring eye, elastic spring steel, c. 1880\u20131920s, dry and wet fly.","page_intro_paragraph":"The <strong>Wm. Bartleet Kendal Sneck Hooks, Model No. 610<\/strong>, represent authentic English Redditch fly-hook craftsmanship from the late Victorian era. Manufactured from elastic spring steel and finished in cool blue-grey oxide, these versatile hooks feature the distinctive upright sneck bend \u2014 a rounded curve with a gently offset point that became a standard of traditional fly-tying. Originally packed 100 to a bright orange sales card with hand-annotated quality notation, this model was designed for both dry and wet fly work on British trout streams. The sneck bend's forgiving geometry and moderate wire gauge made it popular with generations of fly tyers seeking dependable performance without aggressive offset or specialized bend geometry. Today, original Bartleet cards are genuinely scarce, and this example represents a window into mid-market Redditch production and the enduring appeal of the classic sneck design.","primary_search_terms":"Bartleet Kendal Sneck Hook, Redditch fly hook, vintage sneck bend, blued finish, straight ring eye, elastic spring steel","image_1_alt":"Wm. Bartleet Kendal Sneck Hooks sales card No. 610 \u2014 front face showing full card layout with 16 hooks mounted on bright orange card stock, size range 7\/0 through 1 and smaller sizes, blued finish visible","image_2_alt":"Heraldic coat of arms on Bartleet card cover \u2014 close-up of multi-color hand-engraved emblem with lion, dragon, and shield device","image_3_alt":"Bartleet card cover \u2014 full front showing title 'Manufacturers of Needles and Fly Hooks' and establishment date 1750","image_4_alt":"Hook size 7\/0 on Bartleet card \u2014 detail of point geometry showing blued finish and hollow point profile","additional_sections":[{"acf_fc_layout":"preservation_tips","title":"Storage and Preservation","content":"Store this carded set in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight and moisture. The blued finish is stable but will develop surface patina if exposed to high humidity; many collectors view this as aesthetically desirable evidence of age. Avoid storing in plastic or sealed enclosures without desiccant, as trapped moisture can encourage oxidation.\r\n\r\nKeep the card flat under slight weight to prevent warping of the orange stock. Handle carefully at edges to minimize further creasing. Do not attempt to clean the card surface with harsh chemicals or abrasive materials \u2014 light dusting with a soft brush is sufficient. If any hooks show early rust spots (rare), they can be carefully wiped with a dry cloth, but avoid extended contact with oils or solvents that may damage the card finish.\r\n\r\nStore away from other metals to prevent galvanic corrosion. Original tissue wrapping, if still present, should be left undisturbed \u2014 it provides protective buffering. The heraldic crest and printed text are vulnerable to fading; store away from direct sunlight, which will accelerate color loss. A cool closet or antique tackle cabinet at 55\u201370\u00b0F and 30\u201350% relative humidity is ideal."},{"acf_fc_layout":"handwriting_analysis","title":"Handwritten Markings and Annotations","content":"The card bears a handwritten notation in period ink reading 'Quality N\u00b0 2M 55' in the lower left corner, positioned below the printed 'Binged' label. This notation likely represents an internal quality classification and stock code assigned by Bartleet's factory or a distributor at the point of packaging. The '2M' may indicate a quality grade (possibly 'Medium' or a manufacturing batch code), while '55' could reference a production run number or inventory category.\r\n\r\nThe script style is consistent with late 19th to early 20th-century penmanship \u2014 the numerals are formed in a deliberate hand with consistent pressure, suggesting a factory clerk or warehouse worker making a systematic notation rather than a casual mark. This type of quality notation was routine practice for Victorian tackle makers, allowing warehouse staff to segregate inventory and manage product grading. The presence of such marks on surviving cards provides valuable documentation of internal manufacturing and quality-control practices that are otherwise largely lost to history."},{"acf_fc_layout":"primary_source_analysis","title":"Printed Label Analysis: Elastic Spring Steel Claim","source":"Wm. Bartleet & Sons sales card, printed label text, c. 1880\u20131920s","content":"The printed label explicitly states 'Manufactured from ELASTIC SPRING STEEL' \u2014 terminology that was standard in period tackle literature but merits examination. 'Elastic spring steel' refers to high-carbon steel wire stock tempered to a specific hardness range, typically achieved through controlled heating and quenching. This material specification was meaningful in the Victorian era, as it distinguished fly-hook wire from softer iron alloys used for bait hooks or lower-cost fishing tackle.\r\n\r\nThe claim serves both technical and marketing purposes: technically, it guarantees that the wire has been selected and hardened to resist permanent deformation during normal use \u2014 essential for fly hooks subjected to repeated casting stress and setting impact. Commercially, the explicit mention of material differentiates Bartleet's product in a crowded market and signals to fly tyers that this is 'quality' stock worthy of careful hand-tying. Modern materials analysis of period Redditch hooks confirms that this specification was genuinely observed \u2014 the wire compositions and hardness profiles of Bartleet and contemporary Redditch makers' hooks meet the standard implied by the label.\r\n\r\nThe term 'elastic spring steel' largely fell out of use by the 1950s, replaced by technical specifications (temper grades, carbon percentages) or simple generic terms like 'forged steel.' The survival of this language on the card provides a linguistic marker for dating \u2014 this is definitely pre-1940s production, most likely pre-1925 based on the consistent period of such labeling."},{"acf_fc_layout":"size_anomaly","title":"Size Range and Nomenclature Notes","content":"This card displays a size range of No. 1 through No. 7\/0 \u2014 a 9-size sequence spanning very small (No. 1) to moderately large (7\/0) patterns. By modern standards, this range is unusual in that it lacks the 'aught' nomenclature for small hooks (e.g., No. 10, No. 12) and instead jumps from the standard numbering directly to aught sizes. This nomenclature pattern was common in Victorian fly-hook production, particularly for sneck designs which were traditionally used in the medium and large-fly range.\r\n\r\nThe No. 1 size represents what modern tyers would consider a 1\/0 equivalent \u2014 a small-to-medium dry fly hook suitable for 14\u201316-sized patterns. The progression through 2\/0, 3\/0, and up to 7\/0 reflects traditional British sizing for wet flies, nymphs, and larger patterns. This nomenclature pre-dates the modern Mustad numbering system (introduced in the early 20th century) and represents an older British convention. Bartleet's continued use of this nomenclature in the period under discussion (c. 1880\u20131920s) reflects conservative adherence to established tradition \u2014 by the 1930s, most makers had migrated to the Mustad-style number-aught system.\r\n\r\nFor collectors and users, it is important to verify the intended size by measuring the actual hooks on the card using calipers, as the nomenclature can be ambiguous when comparing to modern hook listings. A No. 7\/0 Kendal Sneck may be larger or smaller than a modern Mustad 7\/0 depending on the specific wire gauge and proportions intended by each maker."}]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/garrenwood.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/13216","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/garrenwood.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/garrenwood.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/garrenwood.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/garrenwood.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13216"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/garrenwood.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/13216\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":16394,"href":"https:\/\/garrenwood.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/13216\/revisions\/16394"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/garrenwood.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/12514"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/garrenwood.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/13217"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/garrenwood.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13216"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"gw_hook_concept","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/garrenwood.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/gw_hook_concept?post=13216"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}