About this piece
The Smith Gunship 36F is a small minnow plug designed for saltwater light game fishing, primarily targeting mebaru (rockfish). Its body is shaped to imitate a baby squid, with an offset lip and oversized eyes for a realistic baitfish appearance.
Key features
- High-density tungsten internal weight for exceptional casting distance
- Low-center-of-gravity fixed weight for rapid recovery and consistent action
- Light pulling resistance with a crisp wobbling roll and wide vibration
- Clear-body design with no scale pattern for enhanced translucency
- Available in both floating and slow-sinking models
Best for
- Saltwater light game fishing for mebaru (rockfish) and similar species
- Slow retrieves and drift fishing in calm conditions
- Night game fishing where vibration and flash attract fish
- Stop-and-go presentations to trigger strikes
