Overview
Down and Dirty
This legendary hooklength needs little introduction having already accounted for numerous World, National and International records. This new version fills the gap for fishing over dark silty and muddy areas. We have purposely avoided the mistake of giving this stunning product a solid black finish even though it's easier to do so. Why? Because when you look carefully at the colour and composition of silt it is far from black.
Close-up: stripped left, coated right
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A solid black hooklength is possibly the worst choice to use for good presentation. Ask any fly fisherman; regardless of the depth what is the best early season pattern to use for hungry stockies? The reply will be anything…as long as it's black! For many years sea anglers have used black lures to great effect when fishing in extremely deep dark water. Black is by far the best colour to attract attention simply because it stands out like a silhouette, yes, even over silt!
Silt is decomposed matter consisting of weed, leaves, wood and all manner of organic substances but unlike coal it varies widely in colour. Tiny highlights can be seen throughout its surface leaving a random mottled appearance, so the question is what colour is best when fishing over silt?
Left: Mantis Dark, Right: Silkworm (both 15lb)
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It has long been known that Silkworm with its dark grey fragmented finish is arguably the finest and proven super-braid for fishing over silt, for years it has been acclaimed and highly recommended by many leading anglers and writers.
Mantis Dark draped over a carp
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The finish of Mantis Dark deliberately mimics Silkworm and is purposely designed to present bait over silty and muddy areas. It has all the advantages and pedigree of Mantis's incredible track record. The multi-coating process produces a tough durable finish and once removed gives you a host of modern day rig options to choose from.
We have often been asked for a black hooklength…we resisted and waited to give you something far better.
Woody (ACA) 
