About this piece
The Smith D-Contact 85 is a heavy sinking minnow designed specifically for aggressive cherry salmon (sakura masu) fishing in main rivers. Built on the proven D-Contact platform, this model delivers exceptional casting distance and control with a silent fixed tungsten weight and ultra-thin 14.5g body.
Key features
- Silent fixed tungsten weight for maximum cast distance and penetration
- Ultra-thin 14.5g body cuts through air and water
- Pressure-resistant swim balance prevents surfacing in varied currents
- Crane swivel hook hanger for 360-degree hook tracking and reduced drop-offs
- Inertia slide action creates a subtle drift between movements to trigger bites
Best for
- Targeting cherry salmon (sakura masu) in main rivers and large streams
- Heavy sinking minnow fishing in current and deep runs
- Anglers who need precise depth control via rod angle and retrieve speed
