The Dr.Fish Aberdeen Hook is plated with red nickel, which can further protect the fish hook and prevent rust, high-carbon steel construction ensure superior strength and durability. The shank is longer than a standard long shank hooks, the extra length is great for a variety of baits like prawns and nippers, whitebait and strip baits. Great for bass, pike, salmon, muskie, pickerel, walleye, crucian, herring etc in the saltwater, river, lake and sea. Suitable for saltwater and freshwater.