Although Vector extra wide gap hooks may appear identical to those offered by other manufacturers, they are fundamentally different. Vector hooks undergo a chemical sharpening process that is followed by honing to make them the sharpest hooks available on the market.This sharpness allows the hooks to penetrate through your baits with ease, resulting in better hook sets. Furthermore,Vector uses a distinct heat treatment process that gives their hooks both the strength to hold onto large fish and the flexibility to prevent them from slipping away. In essence, Vector hooks are specifically designed for catching big bass!