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July 9, 2010 *** FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE***

New Patented Maruto Semi-Barbless Treble Hook

Barbless hooks have been around for some time, with anglers hesitant to use them because of the fear of losing fish without a barbed hook. Some fisheries even require barbless hooks. Enter the era of the semi-barbless hook. The all new and patented Maruto Semi-Barbless Treble Hook provides a unique “lock/unlock” feature. With positive hook-ups and less harm to fish (and fishermen), the Semi-Barbless hook is the hook that will change the mind of even the most skeptical angler.

No matter how sharp a traditional barbed hook point is, the barb greatly increases resistance on the hook while penetrating – reducing positive hook-ups. With the Semi-Barbless Hook, there’s no barb to create resistance, and the “lock/unlock” feature helps keep the fish on until you’re ready to release it. A consistent pressure on the retrieve will keep fish on; simply reverse the pressure on the hook’s point to release it easily and harmlessly from the fish. As a bonus, this hook will also exit non-rubberized netting much easier than a barbed hook, saving time and aggravation.

The hook point offers a razor profile and the Maruto Semi-Barbless treble hook is currently offered in sizes 8, 6, 4, 2, 1, 1/0 and 2/0.

For more information, visit www.castaliaoutdoors.com or call 1-800-558-5541.

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