About this piece
The Smith AR-Spinner Trout Model 3.5g is a precision-engineered inline spinner designed for stream trout fishing. Developed by bass fishing legend Hiroyuki Motoyama after over a decade of refinement, it features the proprietary AR-S blade for instant rotation on contact with water. The compact teardrop body and rolling swivel shaft reduce line twist while delivering strong vibration to attract fish in tight productive zones.
Key features
- AR-S blade starts rotating immediately upon water contact
- Rolling swivel shaft reduces line twist
- Low-center-of-gravity teardrop body for stable retrieve
- Responds to rod twitches for side-to-side action
- Compact 14mm body for precise short-distance presentations
Best for
- Stream and river trout fishing
- Pinpoint casting in tight cover or current seams
- Short-distance presentations requiring quick blade activation
