what kind of wire for weedless hooks?

[Dennis1972]

does anyone know what kind of wire they use for making weedless hooks? I need to buy some and I don't even know what I am looking for, id like to know what its called and what gauge or diameter I should get? I just made one out of some 28ga kanthol wire I use to make coils for my vape but its a little to stiff and not springy enough and I m sure would rust quickly. below is a picture of what I am trying to do. Thanks

[Scott F]

Cabelas sells wire for making stainless steel leaders. The company is American Fishing Wire. Something in the 50 pound test range should work well. Sells for around $15 for a 75 yard roll. 

[Beeno]

That’s a pretty heavy hook for wacky rigging if that is what your using it for?

[Dennis1972]

Hi Meeno, no I don't use those hooks for wacky, these are actually inline hooks that I use to replace treble hooks on many different lures, as I am 100% catch and release fisherman, I just don't like anything about treble hooks, but that's a whole nother story...haha

[dopey]

Mustang Wire www.mustangwire.com

 

 

[Dennis1972]

Thanks for the link. I ended up ordering some .10mm stainless wire the other day. Should be here real soon. I hope I picked the right diameter for stiffness.