About this piece
The Daiwa Saltiga 73 Chopper is a metal jig designed for offshore jigging, developed under the supervision of Shimizu Issei. Its 7:3 front-to-rear weight balance and irregular diamond-shaped cross-section deliver an oblique flashing fall that triggers bites from cautious targets.
Key features
- 7:3 front-to-rear weight balance promotes an oblique, sideways fall
- Irregular diamond cross-section with edge, flat, and round surfaces for varied water flow
- Responsive to small line-slack jerks for quick reaction
- Available in 150g, 180g, 200g, 230g, 260g, and 300g weights
Best for
- Offshore jigging for pelagic species
- Situations requiring a slow, fluttering fall to trigger finicky fish
- Applications where a non-vertical fall angle is desired
