Even if the results were done by an engineer in a lab the results would only be accurate for the die lots and temper lots tested. It would be an error to assume all hooks of a given brand mirrored the test results, as shi% happens durring manufacturing at the factory, usually in the tempering process. Some hooks may cool too slow and subsequently become soft, while others may cool to fast and become brittle. Good quality control can minimize the bad ones that make it to the market place, but bad hooks happen. Your best bet is to know what you like and test a few out of the ones you buy with a pair of plyers. It ain't brain surgery.


Edited by Sol (09/18/07 06:14 PM)