The Partridge Salmon EG Egg Hook is a purpose-designed fly hook developed specifically for tying highly effective salmon and steelhead egg patterns. Built on Partridge’s renowned hook-making heritage, this model delivers the ideal combination of strength, gape and presentation for modern egg flies fished in rivers and spate conditions.

Manufactured by Partridge of Redditch, the EG Egg Hook features a short shank and wide gape to securely hold egg imitations while maximising hook-up rates, even when fish are lightly nipping or rolling on the fly.

Key Features

• Egg-specific hook design – Optimised proportions for realistic salmon and steelhead egg patterns

• Wide gape – Excellent hooking efficiency with bulky egg materials

• Short shank profile – Keeps egg patterns compact and balanced

• Strong wire construction – Designed to cope with powerful salmonids

• Chemically sharpened point – Fast penetration and dependable hook-sets

• Down-eye – Improves leader alignment and natural presentation

Benefits for Anglers

• Ensures secure hook-ups when fish are feeding subtly on eggs

• Maintains the correct egg silhouette without crowding materials

• Withstands hard fights in heavy flows and cold-water conditions

• Trusted Partridge quality for consistent tying and fishing performance

Typical Uses

• Tying salmon and steelhead egg patterns

• Dead-drifted egg flies in rivers and streams

• High-water and post-spawning scenarios

• Ideal for use with yarn, glo-bug chenille, soft beads and UV egg materials

Why Choose the Partridge Salmon EG Egg Hook?

When precision matters, the Partridge Salmon EG Egg Hook delivers a reliable platform for realistic egg flies that fish confidently in demanding conditions. Its specialist design helps convert subtle takes into solid hook-ups—making it a must-have hook for serious salmon and steelhead anglers.