TJN,

Wasn't that 3 hooks out of 1000 vs. 8 hooks out of 100? That's a .3% defect rate vs. an 8% defect rate. That IS a significant difference. The question is, is it significant enough when you consider the difference in price? Face it, quality control costs money, and those increased production costs will be reflected in the price of the hooks. While I think the price of Gammy hooks reflects their name recognition, as well as high quality control, I also think they have a good product. Since I don't use more than 5-600 hooks a year, if that, the cost of Gammies is small change in my fishing budget.

Fish on......