About this piece
The D-Contact Type-II is a heavier, center-balanced minnow designed to trigger strikes from inactive trout. Returned in 2025 due to popular demand, it delivers a horizontal falling action that excels in deep, warm, or highly pressured waters.
Key features
- Heavier weight balance than standard D-Contact for improved casting and control
- Center-balance design achieves a horizontal fall on slack line
- Equipped with D-Contact Hook size #12 for reliable hooksets
- Revived with the D-Contact Aki color lineup (excluding #39)
- Effective in deep pools, early season, and high-temperature conditions
Best for
- Cautious native trout (yamame) with peak alertness
- Fishing deep waters shortly after season opening
- Summer high-water temperatures when trout are sluggish
- Pressured trout requiring subtle, natural presentations
