Museum Archive: Pflueger hande pak fish hooks №4005, fishing #22191

Stored inside this classic cream-colored tin is a rare 40-hook assortment, known as the No. 4005 Hande-Pak by Pflueger. Labeled with product code 22191, the red lithographed graphics on the lid remain crisp, showcasing the iconic 'P' logo and international globe motif. Flipping the tin reveals detailed illustrations of the included hook patterns: Aberdeen, Kirby, Carlisle, and Limerick. While the Pflueger Corporation was famously based in Akron, Ohio, this specific item notes its origin in Hong Kong, marking a specific chapter in the brand's global production history. The specimen is unused, retaining its original charm with only minor signs of long-term storage visible on the metal surface. These various hook styles were curated to cover a range of freshwater needs, from delicate live-baiting with the long-shanked Aberdeen to sturdier sets using the heavy-wire Limerick.