Smith D-Contact 50 #43 Green Gold

The Smith D-Contact 50 is a heavy-sinking minnow that revolutionized native trout fishing in mountain streams. It features a unique 'inertia slide' action that entices strikes from wary fish. With an ultra-thin body and tungsten weighting, it offers exceptional casting distance and precise depth control.

Key features

• Heavy-sinking minnow pioneered inertia slide action for stream trout.
• Tungsten weights (density 18) achieve 4.5g weight for deep, accurate presentations.
• Ultra-thin body reduces drag, enhancing distance and directional control.
• Designed to reach deep pools quickly and maintain a lifelike sliding retrieve.
• Available in effective color patterns like Green Gold to match stream conditions.

Best for

• Native trout (yamame, iwana) in mountain streams.
• Fishing deep pools and fast current where heavy sinking lures excel.
• Anglers seeking a compact minnow with controlled sliding action.
• Clear water sight-fishing scenarios requiring natural presentation.