About this piece
The Apia GEM 5.5g is a sinking hard plug designed for chinin (black sea bream) fishing. Built on the know-how of traditional 'hechi' drop-shot techniques using mussels and crabs, this lure combines vertical drop stability with horizontal swimming action. Released in May 2024, it allows anglers to effectively probe both deep and wide areas.
Key features
- Sinking type with 55mm length and 5.5g weight
- Equipped with two #12 hooks for reliable hooksets
- Optimized fall posture to prevent rotation and maintain natural presentation
- Designed for both vertical drops and horizontal retrieves with jerks
Best for
- Chinin (black sea bream) fishing in saltwater
- Drop-shot and techtro (slow retrieve) techniques
- Fishing around structure like rocks and piers
