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Gamakatsu is a Japanese fishing tackle maker that has been producing hooks since 1955. The company is based in Nishiwaki, Hyogo Prefecture, a town known for hook making, and is today one of the best-known hook manufacturers in the world.
- Country
- Japan
- Making hooks since
- 1955
- Headquarters
- Nishiwaki, Hyogo Prefecture
- Specialisation
- Hooks, rods, lures
- Products at jig.lt
- 1
- Official website
- gamakatsu.com
Gamakatsu products at jig.lt
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Swimbaits
Gamakatsu AviC 7″
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Gamakatsu history
According to the company's official history, Gamakatsu started making hooks in 1955. At first it was a small company where hooks were made by hand. Later Gamakatsu introduced automated production and expanded its range with rods and other fishing tackle.
Gamakatsu USA was set up in 1992, and in 1994 SPRO (the Netherlands) began distributing Gamakatsu products in Europe.
Gamakatsu lures at jig.lt
Besides hooks, Gamakatsu also makes lures. jig.lt offers the Gamakatsu A.viC. 7″ (about 17 cm, 40 g) swimbait for pike, which works just a few centimetres below the surface.
Frequently asked questions
When was Gamakatsu founded?
Gamakatsu has been making hooks since 1955.
Where is Gamakatsu based?
Gamakatsu is based in the city of Nishiwaki, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan.
Does Gamakatsu make more than hooks?
Yes. Gamakatsu also makes rods and lures, such as the A.viC. 7″ swimbait for pike sold at jig.lt.