Randy and I must have had the same batch of hooks. I also encountered hooks breaking on fish or just plain becoming unbuttoned.
I was using red 1/0 octopus.
I also have noticed that my red Gamakatsus lose there finish lately, however I would rather use gamy with a tainted finish over a Vision hook any day.

My opinion is that Vision hooks will always be inferior to the real thing.

F.J. out.