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Preston Innovations PR36 Hooks
PR36 Hooks
A sharp, strong barbless eyed hook for match carp, hair rigs and proper coarse-fishing graft.
- Barbless eyed hook with an out-turned eye.
- Made from carbon 110 steel and chemically sharpened.
- Designed for strong hook holds and ideal for hair-rigging.
- Available in sizes 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 and 20, with 10 hooks per pack.
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the Preston Innovations PR36, the barbless eyed hook available in sizes 10 to 20, with 10 hooks per pack.
Tackle Index Score
Tackle Index score
A practical, well-specced match carp hook that earns its keep through versatility and straightforward rigging.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality9/10
- Performance8.9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching8.8/10
- Ease of Use9.2/10
- Value for Money8.6/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Match anglers targeting carp. The strong pattern, barbless design and useful spread of sizes make it a solid choice for commercial carp work.
- Anglers using hair-rigged baits. The eyed design and out-turned eye lend themselves to tidy hair rigs with pellets and other hookbaits.
Maybe skip if
- Anglers needing a micro hook for delicate silverfish work. Although size 20 is available, the PR36 is primarily aimed at stronger match carp-style fishing.
- Barbel or snag fishing with very heavy gear. This is a match carp and coarse hook pattern, not a dedicated heavy-duty, barb-equipped snag hook.
The lowdown
Introducing the Preston Innovations PR36 Hooks
A sharp, strong barbless eyed hook for match carp, hair rigs and proper coarse-fishing graft.
- Barbless eyed hook with an out-turned eye.
- Made from carbon 110 steel and chemically sharpened.
- Designed for strong hook holds and ideal for hair-rigging.
- Available in sizes 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 and 20, with 10 hooks per pack.
Quick verdict
A cracking all-round match carp hook
The Preston PR36 is a no-nonsense barbless eyed hook built around strong hook holds, an out-turned eye and a chemically sharpened point. That makes it a proper candidate for hair-rigged baits and match carp work.
It’s not trying to be fancy, mate. Pick the size to suit your bait and target fish, tie it neatly, and you’ve got a dependable hook for plenty of commercial and coarse-fishing situations.
A practical, well-specced match carp hook that earns its keep through versatility and straightforward rigging.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality
- 9/10
- Performance
- 8.9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 8.8/10
- Ease of Use
- 9.2/10
- Value for Money
- 8.6/10
Carbon 110 steel, a chemically sharpened point and an out-turned eye give it a strong, purposeful build.
Its design is geared towards reliable hook holds and clean hair-rig presentations.
A useful size range and sharp point can help you keep the hookbait properly matched to the swim.
The eyed pattern is simple to incorporate into neat rigs, especially hair rigs.
Ten hooks per pack and six sizes offer good practical choice, although frequent rig loss will mean buying more packs.
Head to head
How it stacks up
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Preston Innovations PR36 Hooks
There are times on the match circuit when you don’t need a hook that’s trying to reinvent the wheel. You need something sharp, strong and easy to build a tidy rig with. That’s where the Preston Innovations PR36 comes in. It’s a barbless eyed hook aimed squarely at match carp and general coarse fishing, with a decent spread of sizes to cover a fair few bait situations.
The basic recipe is bang on for that job. You get carbon 110 steel, an out-turned eye and a chemically sharpened point. Nothing daft. Just the sort of feature set you want when a carp has picked up your pellet, the float buries and you need the hook to grab properly without faffing about.
The barbless design is important, too. Plenty of commercial fisheries and match venues insist on barbless hooks, so the PR36 fits neatly into that world. It also means you need to keep your rig tidy and your fish-care game switched on. Don’t go giving a hooked fish any slack line near the net, mate, especially when it decides to have one last little bosh.
Size choice is where this pattern earns its keep. Sizes 10 and 12 are the obvious starting points for bigger pellets, meat or a more substantial hookbait when there are proper lumps in the swim. Drop down through 14 and 16 for more everyday match carp work, then use 18 or 20 when the bait gets smaller or the fish are being a bit cagey.
That range gives you room to react during a session. If the swim is fizzing and the carp are on the munch, a larger hook matched to a bigger bait can make sense. If the water is clear, the pressure is high or the fish are picking at tiny offerings, a smaller size may look a good deal less intrusive. The hook still needs to suit the bait, though. Don’t slap a size 20 under a huge pellet and expect miracles.
The out-turned eye is especially handy for hair-rig work. Tie your hair neatly, keep the bait sitting correctly below the hook, and the PR36 can give you a clean presentation without turning the rig into a science project. It’s a sensible pattern for anglers who like to prepare a few rigs at home and have them ready to go when the rods are off.
That chemically sharpened point is another big part of the appeal. A sharp point is no use if the rest of the rig is a mess, but when your line is straight and the hookbait is presented properly, it gives the hook the best chance of finding a secure hold. Check it between fish, after a snag or any time the point catches something it shouldn’t. Hooks are cheap compared with losing a stunner.
Each pack contains 10 hooks, which is enough to get a handful of rigs sorted without filling the tackle box with loose patterns. If you’re tying loads for a league match, fishing near reeds or regularly sacrificing rigs in rough margins, you’ll want a few packs in reserve. Nothing worse than being one hook short when the swim suddenly comes alive.
Overall, the PR36 is a proper practical hook. It’s aimed at anglers who want reliable match carp tackle rather than a specialist pattern for one very narrow job. Keep the size matched to the bait, tie the hair cleanly, stay tight through the fight and it should slot into your coarse-fishing armoury nicely. A cracking little option when you want straightforward kit that gets on with the job.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Hook type
- Barbless eyed hook
- Eye
- Out-turned
- Material
- Carbon 110 steel
- Point
- Chemically sharpened
- Sizes
- 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 and 20
- Pack quantity
- 10 hooks
Specs checked with Preston Innovations, Oct 2026.
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Our take
Strong, sharp and ready for the hair rig
The PR36’s main appeal is its useful blend of features rather than any gimmick. Carbon 110 steel gives it a solid foundation, while the chemically sharpened point is there to get a clean purchase. The out-turned eye also suits neat eyed-hook and hair-rig presentations.
With sizes from 10 through to 20, you can cover bigger pellets and meat down to smaller baits. It’s especially relevant when match carp are the target, but the barbless pattern has plenty of use wherever local rules call for barbless hooks.
The pattern
What you’re buying
The PR36 is a barbless eyed hook made from carbon 110 steel, with an out-turned eye and chemically sharpened point. That combination is aimed at secure hook holds and tidy presentations, particularly when you’re using a hair rig.
The size range runs from 10 to 20. That gives you useful flexibility, from bigger match carp baits down to smaller offerings when the fish are being awkward. Every pack contains 10 hooks.
Worth knowing. Match the hook size to the bait, not just the size of fish in the lake. A hook that sits neatly with the bait will usually give you a far cleaner presentation.
On the bank
Where the PR36 fits
This is a natural fit for commercial carp anglers, match anglers and anyone fishing venues where barbless hooks are compulsory. It’s particularly useful when you’re fishing pellets, meat or other hair-rigged hookbaits.
For a busy match, prepare a few rigs in different sizes. Start with a sensible middle size, then go bigger if the carp are feeding confidently or smaller when the swim gets pressured. Keep everything tight around the net.
Worth knowing. Barbless hooks need good line control. Stay connected during the fight and avoid giving a fish slack line, especially close in when it can turn and shed the hook.
Quick answers
Your PR36 questions
The PR36 is barbless, eyed and designed with an out-turned eye. It’s available in sizes 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 and 20, with 10 hooks in each pack.
Yes, it’s suitable for hair rigs. The pattern is designed for match carp fishing but can also cover plenty of general coarse-fishing jobs where its size and strength are appropriate.
Worth knowing. Inspect the point regularly. If it’s touched a snag, feeder wire or anything gritty, swap the hook rather than hoping it’ll be alright.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Strong, versatile pattern for match carp fishing.
- Chemically sharpened point helps with reliable hook-ups.
- Out-turned eye works nicely with hair rigs and eyed-hook knots.
- Good size range from 10 to 20.
- Barbless design suits many commercial fisheries and match venues.
Worth knowing
- Ten hooks per pack can disappear quickly if you’re tying lots of rigs or losing a few in snags.
- The larger sizes may look a bit much for tiny baits, while the smallest sizes aren’t aimed at proper lumps.
- As a barbless pattern, careful line control and tidy netting still matter when a fish is doing the last-minute bosh.
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Your questions answered
What anglers want to know
The stuff you’d ask your mate on the next peg. Straight answers, no waffle.
01What sizes are the Preston PR36 Hooks available in?
What sizes are the Preston PR36 Hooks available in?
The PR36 is available in sizes 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 and 20. That gives you options for larger carp baits, standard pellets and smaller presentations.
02Are Preston PR36 Hooks barbless?
Are Preston PR36 Hooks barbless?
Yes. They’re barbless eyed hooks, making them suitable for venues and matches where barbless hooks are required.
03Are PR36 Hooks suitable for hair rigs?
Are PR36 Hooks suitable for hair rigs?
Yes. Preston describes them as ideal for hair-rigging. The out-turned eye helps with a tidy presentation when you’re tying an eyed-hook hair rig.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: a cracking all-round match carp hook. The strongest reasons to choose it are strong, versatile pattern for match carp fishing. and chemically sharpened point helps with reliable hook-ups.; the main trade-off is ten hooks per pack can disappear quickly if you’re tying lots of rigs or losing a few in snags..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Strong, versatile pattern for match carp fishing.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Match anglers targeting carp: The strong pattern, barbless design and useful spread of sizes make it a solid choice for commercial carp work.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “Ten hooks per pack can disappear quickly if you’re tying lots of rigs or losing a few in snags.”
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