Mustad UltraPoint Slow Death Aberdeen Fishing Hooks - Corkscrew Action

In this review the Mustad UltraPoint Slow Death Special Bend Aberdeen 33862NP is evaluated for anglers who troll with live bait and need a hook that produces a subtle, corkscrew action. The bottom line: this Aberdeen-style hook with a kinked shank is designed for slow-trolled nightcrawler rigs and gives an enticing twisting presentation that reaches tight spots blade baits skip, making it a strong choice for walleye, bass, crappie and other panfish.

Key Features

• UltraPoint Technology: Delivers sharp, durable hook points that resist rolling and stay sharper longer for cleaner hooksets.
• Opti-Angle Needle Point: Provides a precise angle that improves penetration when a fish inhales a bait and reduces missed strikes.
• Kinked Aberdeen Shank: Produces a corkscrew action when trolled slowly, helping the bait move into crevices and tight spots.
• Nor-Tempered Wire: Mustad's wire technology makes the hook lighter yet up to 20% stronger for reliable performance on a variety of species.
• Ringed Eye & Rigging Guide: The ringed eye simplifies attachment and the package includes rigging instructions for quick setup.

Who It's For

This hook is aimed at anglers who use Lindy Rigs, bottom-bouncers or slow-trolling setups with half nightcrawlers and want the bait to present naturally while spinning into cracks and crevices. It is especially useful for walleye anglers and those targeting perch, zander, crappie and other panfish that respond to subtle, lifelike motion.

Those who primarily use fast-moving blade baits, artificial soft plastics, or require heavy-duty saltwater terminal tackle should look elsewhere, since the Aberdeen pattern and lighter Nor-tempered wire are optimized for freshwater bait presentations and finesse setups.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Produces an effective corkscrew bait action that draws strikes in tight structure.
• Sharp UltraPoint and Opti-Angle point reduce missed hooksets and improve penetration.
• Nor-tempered wire yields a lighter yet stronger hook, improving feel and strength.
• Ringed eye and printed rigging instructions make setup straightforward for trolling rigs.

Cons

• The Aberdeen slow-death pattern and lighter wire are not intended for heavy-duty saltwater or very large, hard-fighting species.

Specifications

Our Verdict

The Mustad UltraPoint Slow Death Aberdeen 33862NP is a practical, well-engineered hook for anglers who troll with worms and want a bait presentation that twists into tight structure. It is good value for freshwater anglers targeting walleye and panfish because of the sharp, durable point and the lighter, stronger Nor-tempered wire that improves both action and hook reliability.

Frequently Asked Questions

How should I rig this hook for slow trolling?
Tie a 48/122 cm mono or fluorocarbon leader to the bottom-bouncer, thread half a nightcrawler up the shank and over the eye with about 1/2' 1.5 cm hanging off, then troll slowly for best corkscrew action.

What species is this hook best for?
Customers report success with walleye, trout and a variety of panfish including crappie and perch when used on Lindy Rigs and slow-trolled worm presentations.

Will these hooks bend on bigger fish?
The Nor-tempered wire is lighter and up to 20% stronger than standard hooks, but the Aberdeen pattern is intended for freshwater finesse and not for very large saltwater species.