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Double shafted snake hooks
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by Rattler4 on February 24, 2009
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I know that some companies make snake hooks and field hooks that are double shafted, But I think that midwest should have some as well. I think that some of their hooks could use a double shafted option. I recently bought a mark o'shea signature series 40" snake hook and though It is strong hook I think it could be stronger. The tubing on the mark o'shea signature series 40" snake hook doesn't seem as strong as I hoped and I think they should use thicker tubing.
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by Cro on February 24, 2009
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Taylor, you are going to find that many of the hooks out there are not all that strong. And you will find that many of the standard models will not be offered in double shafted models.
In a way that makes sense, as who is going to use a standard hook model as a field hook ?
But, some folks do use regular hooks in the field, and they find them lacking. This is a mistake, as items like the Furmont Stump Ripper are superior for that.
Go to: http://www.fieldcam.com/furmont.html
If you want the real deal in hooks. Furmont has been providing hooks to zoos and museums for over 40 years.
The new comers to the game make some good hooks, and some not so good hooks.
Be cautious about "signature" series hooks though. Some of the heavily promoted hooks are not all that strong in day to day use.
Best Regards
John Z
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by TheFifthDay on February 25, 2009
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The aluminum shafts I buy to make most of my hooks are pretty thick, and very strong.
I think if Midwest is going to put prices like that on their hooks they shouldn't have one thing to complain about.
If you ever need another hook I can make you one for a super decent price and, from the feedback I've gotten from others on this site, very decent quality.
Jon Short
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by StricklySerpents on February 26, 2009
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Most of midwest's hooks have very hollow shaft , and i'm not complaining about it's light weight , but if i buy a hook that can pick up pieces of tin , i expect it to do so without bending . They need to put the craftsmanship into their prices .
A friend of mine make his own line of hooks , and they may be just a tad bit heavier , but they stand up to the test. you can even pick up cinder blocks with this hook .Not knocking midwest , just want to get more for what i'm paying for .
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