About this piece
The Issei AmePen55 is a micro pencil popper designed for saltwater light game fishing, combining the features of a pencil bait and a popper. Based on the Green Crayfish 'Wakapen', it measures 55mm and weighs 3g, offering long casting performance and a compact size that entices wary targets. Its unique floating posture after action—head up at approximately 70 degrees—reduces the silhouette and triggers bites.
Key features
- Hybrid pencil popper design for versatile topwater action
- Front cup creates splashing water spray when used as a popper
- Slow retrieve pushes water and creates wake, dog-walk mimics fleeing bait
- Head-up floating posture at 70 degrees after action reduces visible silhouette
- Equipped with #14 hooks and #1 split rings
Best for
- Saltwater light game fishing for species like mebaru (rockfish) and sea bass
- Topwater fishing in calm inshore waters and estuaries
- Anglers seeking a compact, long-casting plug for finicky fish
