The TMC-X 811 Flats Hook is the modern evolution of the legendary TMC 811S, a trusted saltwater fly hook that has been a standard for flats anglers for over 40 years. Built for today’s demanding saltwater fly fishing, the new TMC-X 811 keeps the proven straight-eye, standard-length profile anglers love while upgrading the steel, strength, and heat treatment for improved performance.
Made with 80C carbon steel and finished with TMC’s OHT Optimized Heat Treatment, the TMC-X 811 Flats Hook delivers a 25% increase in strength while maintaining reliable penetration, flex, and hook integrity. It is designed for bonefish, permit, redfish, snook, baby tarpon, and other flats species where sharpness, strength, and consistency matter on every cast.
The TMC-X 811 Flats Hook improves on one of the most respected saltwater hook designs without changing the profile that made the original 811S so popular. The move from stainless steel to carbon steel gives the hook better strength and consistency, while the optimized forging, tempering, and curing process helps prevent brittleness.
We especially like it for anglers and fly tyers who already trust the old TMC 811S for flats patterns but want a stronger, more modern version built for today’s saltwater demands.
Updated TMC 811S Flats Design - Built from the proven profile of the original TMC 811S, making it a natural choice for classic and modern saltwater flats flies.
25% Increase in Strength - Engineered with improved steel formulation and optimized heat treatment for stronger hook performance under pressure.
80C Carbon Steel Construction - Uses a premium 0.8% carbon steel platform that balances strength, flexibility, penetration, and durability.
OHT Optimized Heat Treatment - A refined forging, tempering, and curing process designed to maximize strength without sacrificing hook integrity.
2X Strong Saltwater Wire - Built to handle flats species, strong runs, tough mouths, and larger saltwater fly patterns.
TMC-X 811 Flats Hooks are ideal for tying:
Use the TMC-X 811 Flats Hook anywhere you previously trusted the classic TMC 811S. Its straight-eye, standard-length shape works well for slim shrimp flies, small baitfish patterns, crab flies, bonefish bugs, and compact saltwater streamers.
For best durability on saltwater patterns, pair the hook with strong thread, secure material tie-ins, and corrosion-conscious finishing techniques. After fishing, rinse flies in fresh water and dry them fully to help extend hook and fly life.
