Tiemco Tmc2499SP-BL Hooks

The TMC2499SP-BL is a barbless, heavy-wire, curved nymph/emerger hook with Tiemco’s SP (“Super Point”) for fast penetration and excellent holding without a barb. It’s a favorite when you want a strong curved profile for caddis pupae, scuds/shrimp, Czech/Euro nymphs, and Perdigon-style flies.

Core Specifications

• Style: Curved shank (scud/caddis/emerger), down-eye
• Wire: Heavy (stouter than 2487/2457)
• Point/Barb: SP barbless (chem-sharpened, slightly tapered/triangular “Super Point”)
• Build/finish: Forged; Bronze
• Gape/Shank: Generous gape; shortish curved shank (compact bodies, great hook access)

Where To Use The TMC2499SP-BL

• Heavy nymphs & fast water: holds shape under pressure; ideal for tungsten beads and strong fish.
• Caddis pupae & emergers: curved silhouette looks natural in/under the film.
• Scuds/Shrimp (Gammarus): wide gape stays clear on fattish dubbed or shell-back bodies.
• Euro/Czech nymphing & Perdigons: barbless SP point + strength = secure hook-holds.

Quick Bead Pairing Guide

(standard countersunk brass/tungsten; use slotted for tight fits)

• #18 → 2.0–2.3 mm
• #16 → 2.3–2.5 mm
• #14 → 2.5–3.0 mm
• #12 → 3.0–3.3 mm
• #10 → 3.5–3.8 mm
• #8 → 3.8–4.0+ mm

Close Comparisons

• TMC 2487 / 2487BL: same scud/pupa concept but fine wire → delicate presentations; choose 2499SP-BL when you need strength.
• TMC 2457: heavier than 2487 but lighter than 2499SP-BL; good middle ground.
• TMC 113BLH (barbless, heavy straight/short): great for Perdigons if you prefer a straighter silhouette.
• Jig option: TMC 403BLJ for point-up euro nymphs with slotted beads.

Pattern Suggestions

• Heavy Caddis Emerger / Sparkle Pupa
• Czech/Spanish-style nymphs
• Gammarus/Scud (weighted)
• Perdigon-style slim nymphs (curved version)

Bottom line: If you want a strong, barbless curved hook that carries tungsten, stands up to big trout, and keeps fish pinned, the TMC 2499SP-BL is a high-confidence choice in sizes #10–16 (with smaller/larger for specialists).