About this piece
The Smith D-Contact 85 is a heavy sinking minnow designed for aggressive cherry salmon (sakuramasu) fishing in main rivers. It combines extreme castability with a unique inertia slide action that triggers powerful strikes from large fish.
Key features
- Heavy sinking design with fixed tungsten weight for long casts and water penetration
- Silent, ultra-thin body cuts through wind and current
- Patented 360° crane swivel prevents line twist and ensures solid hook sets
- Uses Owner Cultiva ST-36BC #6 treble hooks for reliable holding power
- Inertia slide action produces erratic darts and rolls on jerks and twitches
Best for
- Cherry salmon (sakuramasu) in large rivers and strong currents
- Anglers needing deep diving control with rod angle and retrieve speed
- Streamer-style presentations in cold, clear water conditions
