About this piece
The Smith D-Contact 85 is a heavy sinking minnow designed specifically for aggressive cherry salmon (sakuramasu) fishing. Its ultra-thin body houses a silent fixed tungsten weight for long casts and a stable, water-pressure-resistant swim balance that delivers an enticing wobbling and roll action.
Key features
- Silent fixed tungsten weight for maximum casting distance and penetration
- Ultra-thin body design reduces water resistance and enhances shoot power
- 360-degree rotating crane swivel improves hook-up ratio
- Inertia slide triggers aggressive bites from finicky fish
- Twitch and jerk capable for varied action presentations
Best for
- Cherry salmon (sakuramasu) in rivers and streams
- Anglers needing deep-diving, fast-sinking minnow for current
- Cold-water trout and char species targeted with heavy sinking lures
