Without a doubt, this vise will hold hooks as securely as vises costing three or four times as much.  It features: 

• Easy and positive adjustment to hook sizes from the tiny 24's to giant 6/0's.
• Positive control of pressure to hooks which eliminates hook breakage.
• This vise is easily converted to right or left hand tiers.
• The jaws may be set to any angle.
• Front or rear tension mode.
• The 3/8" stem breaks down for easy portability.
• Made in the USA.