More body support than hooks, and no stress on the tail even when you are grabbing tha back half properyl. More humane than tongs IMO . . . as long as safety was cautioned, it was ok. Not to advocate free handling hots in the LEAST.
Get a wide hook made if you're that concerned about support. Using two hooks is more than sufficient.
Showing pictures of you free handling I just irresponsible, how many impressionable youngsters are on this website?