About this piece
The Apia Gem 5.5g is a sinking hard plug designed for the specialized Japanese 'chinin' fishing, targeting black seabream and similar species. Built on the knowledge of mussel and crab dropping techniques, it balances vertical drop performance with horizontal swim stability, making it effective for both slow-pitch and retrieve-driven tactics.
Key features
- Sinking type with 5.5g weight and 55mm length
- Equipped with two #12 treble hooks
- Engineered for stable fall posture and rotation-free descent
- Horizontal swimming stability maintained even in current
- Can be used for both vertical (drop) and horizontal (tektoro) presentations
Best for
- Black seabream (chinin) fishing in saltwater
- Vertical jigging and slow-pitch dropping techniques
- Tektoro (slow wind) retrieve across open areas
