Can I freeze a smoked hamhock and use it later to make pinto beans?

okay I have a ham hock frozen how long is it still good to use?? do they get old after a while do I need to throw it away and buy a fresh one to use in my green beans

I frequently make a "hock stock" and freeze it. Usually just the smoked hock and water in the slow cooker. Then I bag it in portions to freeze. Then making braised greens or field peas with a really rich flavor takes less time.

And really one should never be without a ham hock at the ready!

I freeze them all the time. In fact, I purchase them frozen from an organic farmer at the Greenmarket. And I've also successfully frozen the cooked beans and hocks.

definitely! i do this quite frequently with red beans and it works well!

Sure! Why not? Just wrap it well in foil or freezer paper, then put it into a freezer bag.