BKK Assist Hook Heavy Slow Fall SF Lentus M

Product Highlights

The BKK SF Lentus is an assist hook designed for slow jigging, when presentation must stay clean and the terminal tackle has to withstand hard strikes, often far below the surface. Developed for targeting deep-water fish, it focuses on three key criteria: fast penetration, reliable holding power during long fights, and reduced risk of snagging during the retrieve and the descent.

• Cutting Delta Point: a geometry engineered to make penetration easier and improve hook-setting efficiency.
• Bright Tin Coating: a smooth, bright tin layer that helps resist corrosion, especially useful in saltwater environments.
• Fluorocarbon Assist Cord: a design intended to keep the hook correctly oriented, helping improve hooking performance and reduce tangles.
• Anti-Escape Design: in-turned point to help keep fish hooked while limiting unwanted snagging.

Technical Specifications

• Type: assist hook for slow jigging (vertical fishing / slow action).
• Point: BKK Cutting Delta (cutting-edge point geometry).
• Coating: Bright Tin (corrosion resistance in saltwater).
• Construction: heavy-wire hook, suitable for powerful fish.
• Assist cord: BKK Fluoro Core Assist Cord, with a braided fluorocarbon core and an external braided sheath.
• Forging: a specific process with differentiated pressure along the shank to increase tensile endurance and improve holding power during the fight.
• Shank: flattened design with a squared upper section to stabilize the binding and reduce cord slippage.

Benefits and Key Product Advantages

In deep-water fishing, the performance of an assist hook depends as much on penetration as on tackle stability. The SF Lentus combines a very aggressive point with a geometry designed to let the hook set quickly, even when the strike comes on a slow retrieve. The in-turned point helps reduce lost fish during head shakes and long pulling phases, while also limiting unnecessary snagging on structure.

The fluorocarbon-core assist cord is another major advantage: it is designed to maintain a consistent presentation angle to improve hook-setting efficiency and point penetration depth. This more stable orientation also helps reduce twisting and stray knots that can affect jig action and hookup rates. Finally, the flattened shank and squared upper section are designed to secure the cord more effectively, helping preserve the original orientation of the assist and the consistency of the rig over multiple trips.

The Bright Tin coating provides valuable protection in marine conditions: by slowing oxidation, it promotes durability and helps maintain consistent performance trip after trip, as long as basic maintenance is respected.

Usage Tips

To get the most from the slow jigging assist hook SF Lentus, choose a clean rig and ensure consistency between the assist and your jig. The goal is to keep a stable orientation, avoid tangles, and maximize bite retention.

• Pairing with the jig: use it on jigs suited to slow jigging and with rings (split ring or solid ring) sized for the intended load.
• Tension adjustment: check that the assist does not interfere with lure action and remains free without over-rotating.
• Hook-set and fight: apply a firm but controlled hook-set, then maintain steady pressure to take advantage of the in-turned point.
• Maintenance: rinse with fresh water after each outing (especially at sea), dry thoroughly, and store away from moisture to protect the coating and the point.

FAQ

Question 1: Is the SF Lentus suitable for sea fishing?

Answer: Yes, it is designed for applications where corrosion is a concern, thanks to the Bright Tin coating. Freshwater rinsing is still recommended after every outing.

Question 2: What is the purpose of the in-turned point?

Answer: It is intended to improve holding power during the fight and reduce certain snagging events, while still maintaining strong hooking efficiency.

Question 3: Does the "Fluoro Core Assist Cord" really change the presentation?

Answer: Its fluorocarbon-core construction and outer braid are designed to promote a stable assist-hook orientation, limit tangles, and improve hookup quality.

Question 4: What rigs can it be used with?

Answer: It is used as an assist rig for slow-jigging lures, attached to a suitable ring (solid ring or split ring), and fits common vertical fishing setups.