About this piece
The Smith D-CONTACT 85 is a heavy sinking minnow lure specifically developed for aggressive cherry salmon fishing in large rivers. Its ultra-thin 14.5g body and fixed silent tungsten weight deliver exceptional casting distance and penetrating power, while the carefully tuned wobble and roll action provides compelling appeal.
Key features
- Heavy sinking design allows precise depth control via rod angle and reel speed
- Fixed silent tungsten weight for long casts and sharp water entry
- Crane swivel hook hangers allow 360° hook rotation for better hold and fewer drop-offs
- Inertia slide action creates a soft, drifting pause between movements to trigger bites
- Twitch produces flash-and-dart; jerks yield a sliding swim; withstands strong current without planing
Best for
- Targeting aggressive cherry salmon (sakura masu) in large rivers and strong currents
- Anglers needing a heavy sinking lure with controlled depth and versatile action profiles
