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Our entire team at Gerry’s are all experienced anglers and can help you choose the correct tackle for any fishing situation. Please drop us a message or give us a call if you need any help.
You can return unused standard items within 30 days for exchange or refund.
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We have come from a tiny fishing store and grown into one of the biggest fishing tackle retailers in the UK winning countless awards over the years. We are still a family business offer fabulous service online and in-store.
Spread the cost of larger orders over 6 or 12 month 0% APR. We also offer longer terms with APR charges via V12 finance. Available in the checkout.
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The Garbolino Competition Match 2473BN, appropriately nicknamed the “Hair Rig Monster,” is the heavy-duty powerhouse of the Garbolino hook range. When you are targeting hard-fighting species like large commercial Carp, Sturgeon, or even Catfish, you need a hook that will not straighten under extreme pressure. This hook is forged from ultra-strong steel to provide the structural integrity required for “bagging” big fish quickly.
The design features a wide gape and a specialized inturned point, which ensures a rock-solid hook hold and reduces the risk of the hook “walking” or pulling during a long battle. Being barbless and eyed, it is perfectly suited for modern hair-rigging techniques with bait bands, rapid stops, or twists, making it a favorite for high-intensity commercial match fishing.
| Feature | Details |
| Model | 2473BN “Hair Rig Monster” |
| Finish | Black Nickel (Stealthy and corrosion-resistant) |
| Type | Eyed / Barbless |
| Material | Ultra-Strong High-Carbon Steel |
| Shape | Wide Opening (Gape) with Inturned Point |
| Target Species | Large Carp, Sturgeon, Catfish, and Barbel |
| Quantity | 10 Hooks per pack |
Commercial Carp Venues: The ultimate choice for “Method” or “Pellet” feeder fishing where you expect to hook double-figure fish that need to be played hard.
Sturgeon and Specimen Fishing: Its ultra-strong wire gauge makes it one of the few match-style hooks capable of handling the immense power of Sturgeon or small Catfish.
Snag Fishing: If you are fishing “down the edge” or near heavy lilies where you have to “hit and hold,” this hook provides the confidence that it won’t give way.
The Knotless Knot Master: Because the 2473BN features a neat, closed eye, it is the perfect candidate for the Knotless Knot. When tying your hair rig, ensure the line exits the eye toward the hook point; this creates an aggressive “flip” action that drives the inturned point home the moment a fish picks up the bait. For big baits like 8mm or 10mm pellets, the wide opening of this hook ensures there is plenty of clearance for the hook to find a hold, even with a bulky bait attached
Our entire team at Gerry’s are all experienced anglers and can help you choose the correct tackle for any fishing situation. Please drop us a message or give us a call if you need any help.
You can return unused standard items within 30 days for exchange or refund.
We check our prices weekly to ensure we can combine our fabulous service with the best prices. If you find an item cheaper and in stock somewhere else, drop us a a message in the chat box and we can see what we can do.
This item is available for next day delivery. You can pick this in the checkout.
We offer free post to any mainland UK address with a basket of more than £80. We also send all over the world and the best way to find out how much postage you will pay is in our checkout. Add the items to your basket and then add your address. Our checkout will automatically calculate your total.
We have come from a tiny fishing store and grown into one of the biggest fishing tackle retailers in the UK winning countless awards over the years. We are still a family business offer fabulous service online and in-store.
Spread the cost of larger orders over 6 or 12 month 0% APR. We also offer longer terms with APR charges via V12 finance. Available in the checkout.
You can make your next purchase a little easier on the wallet by splitting the total into 3 payments by using Klarna payments in the checkout.




Penn Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-37″)
Medium (38″-40″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (46″-48″)
XXLarge (50″-52″)
Wader Waist Guide
Small (28″-30″)
Medium (30″-33″)
Large (34″-37″)
XLarge (37″-39″)
XXLarge (39″-42″)
3XLarge (42″-45″)
Kinetic/Westin Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-37″)
Medium (38″-40″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (46″-48″)
XXLarge (50″-52″)
3XLarge (54″-56″)
Grundens Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-37″)
Medium (38″-40″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (46″-48″)
XXLarge (50″-52″)
3XLarge (54″-56″)
Vass Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-38″)
Medium (38″-41″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (45″-46″)
XXLarge (47″-48″)
3XLarge (49″-51″)
Trakker Chest Size Guide
Small (38-40″)
Medium (41-43″)
Large (44-46″)
Xlarge (47-49″)
XXLarge (50-52″)
XXXLarge (53-55″)
Korda Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-38″)
Medium (38″-41″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (45″-46″)
XXLarge (47″-48″)
3XLarge (49″-51″)
Guy Cotten Chest Size Guide
Small (86 – 94cm)
Medium (94 – 102cm)
Large (102 – 110cm)
XLarge (110 – 124cm)
XXLarge (124 – 134cm)
3XLarge (134 – 154cm)
Fox Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-38″)
Medium (39″-41″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (45″-47″)
XXLarge (48″-50″)
3XLarge (51″-54″)
4XLarge (55″-60″)
Nash Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-38″)
Medium (39″-41″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (45″-47″)
XXLarge (48″-50″)
3XLarge (51″-54″)
4XLarge (55″-60″)
Aqua Chest Size Guide
Small (38-40″)
Medium (41-43″)
Large (44-46″)
Xlarge (47-49″)
XXLarge (50-52″)
XXXLarge (53-55″)
Guru Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-38″)
Medium (38″-41″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (45″-46″)
XXLarge (47″-48″)
3XLarge (49″-51″)
Preston Chest Innovations Size Guide
Small (36″-38″)
Medium (38″-41″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (45″-46″)
XXLarge (47″-48″)
3XLarge (49″-51″)
Trouser Waist Guide (Inches)
Small – 28″ – 32″
Medium 32″ – 34″
Large – 34″ – 36″
X-Large 36″ – 38″
XX-Large – 38″ – 42″
XXX-Large 42″ – 46″
XXXX-Large 46″ – 52″