About this piece
The Smith D-Contact 72 is a heavy sinking minnow that revolutionized stream lure fishing with its unique inertial sliding action. Weighing in at 9.5 g and measuring 72 mm, it achieves remarkable distance, depth, and directional control thanks to an internal tungsten weight with a specific gravity of 18 encased in an ultra-thin body.
Key features
- Tungsten internal weight with specific gravity 18 for extreme casting distance
- Inertial sliding action (“D-CONTACT”) triggers strikes from hesitant fish
- Ultra-thin body shape houses 9.5 g in the 72 mm size
- Heavy sinking design enables deep probing in currents
- Available in 27.G White color pattern
Best for
- Trout and stream fishing with heavy current
- Deep pools and runs requiring fast sink rates
- Anglers who need pinpoint casting accuracy in tight cover
- Finesse presentations with a heavy, compact minnow
