Firehole barbless jig hooks are purpose-built for Euro nymphing, tactical fly fishing, and any subsurface pattern that needs to ride point-up. Our barbless jig nymph hooks are manufactured 100% barbless — not de-barbed — for cleaner penetration, faster releases, and competition-legal use on catch-and-release waters worldwide.
The Firehole Sticks jig hook lineup is designed to seat a slotted tungsten bead cleanly on the bent shank, so the bead sits right and the fly rides true every time. The 60-degree jig bend keeps the hook point riding up through the drift, dramatically reducing snags on the bottom and improving hookup rates on subtle takes. Sharp, reliable points and consistent sizing across a broad range make these the go-to jig hook for Euro nymph tyers at every level.
Target keywords for this collection include jig nymph hooks, Euro nymph hooks, and barbless jig hooks for fly tying. Pair with Firehole Stones slotted tungsten beads for a perfectly matched system — our beads are sized to fit our jig hook shanks exactly. Available in sizes to cover everything from tiny midge jigs to larger stonefly and attractor patterns. If you're tying for competition or simply want a more effective subsurface presentation, Firehole barbless jig hooks deliver.
Jig Hooks - Point-up performance for tactical flies
For euro-nymphing, tactical flies, and modern tungsten-heavy profiles.
Jig Sticks ride hook point up, reduce snags, and pair perfectly with slotted
tungsten beads.
Strong, reliable, and designed for confidence in fast, technical water.
Precision meets purpose.
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Firehole Sticks™ 511
This is an excellent hook for streamer style flies. Whether you are tying bottom dwelling sculpin or crawler patterns or marabou jig style, this hook will be a must have on your bench
This is a streamer length (2X) jig hook with a 2X gape. It has a 90 degree up eye and is formed from a heavy weight wire. Available in sizes #2 to #8.
Firehole Sticks™ 516
The 516 is a heavy jig style hook with a 60 degree bend at the eye. The 516 is your classic jig hook.
This is a standard length hook with a 1X gape. It has a 60 degree down eye and is formed from a heavy weight wire. Available in sizes #4 to #24.
Firehole Sticks™ 520
The 520 is our heaviest wire jig style hook with a 60 degree bend at the eye. Not only is it designed to allow for larger beads without impeding the gape opening, it is the tying worlds first continuous bend jig hook.
This is a 1X long hook with a 2X gape. It has a 60 degree down eye and is formed from a heavy weight wire. Available in sizes #4 to #20.
Firehole Sticks 520 is Patent Pending
Firehole Sticks™ 523
The 523 is a 3XL version of the 516. To compensate for the additional leverage generated from the extended length, the wire diameter is increased by one size, e.g. 523 #10 and 516 #8 have the same wire diameter.
This is a 3X long length hook with a 1X gape. It has a 60 degree down eye and is formed from a heavy weight wire. Available in sizes #4 to #14.
Firehole Sticks 523 is Patent Pending
Firehole Sticks™ 535
The 535 is a heavy jig/nymph style hook with a 60 degree bend at the eye. This is a copy of our 551 offering but with a traditionally turned eye. Used as a jig it allows for an increased bead size without fear of sliding over the eye.
This is a 1X long length hook with a 2X gape. It has a 60 degree down eye and is formed from a heavy weight wire. Available in sizes #10 to #18.
Firehole Sticks™ 551
The 551 is a heavy jig style hook with a 60 degree bend at the eye. It is designed to allow for larger beads without impeding the gape opening.
This is a 1X long length jig hook with a 2X gape. It has a 60 degree down eye and is formed from a heavy weight wire. Available in sizes#4 to #20.
Firehole Sticks 551 is Patent Pending
Firehole Sticks™ 570
The 570 is a heavy jig style hook with a 60 degree bend at the eye specifically designed for streamer style flies.
This is a 1X long length hook with a 2X gape. It has a 60 degree down eye and is formed from a heavy weight wire. Available in sizes #1 to #8.
Firehole Sticks 570 is Patent Pending
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