Thank you for visiting. The driftwood has been collected, soaked in water, washed, and the surface has been polished with sandpaper (items in poor condition are discarded at this stage). The hooks are made by tying hemp twine into loops, so they can be used immediately. Please understand that as natural driftwood, there may be scratches and dents that occurred during its drift. Please feel free to ask if you have any questions. 1