About this piece
The Smith Gunship SS is a slow-sinking minnow plug designed for precise presentations in rocky shore fishing, particularly targeting rockfish like mebaru. Its compact 45mm body and 4.3g weight allow for long casts despite its small size, reaching spots that were previously out of range.
Key features
- Compact 45mm length with high-density tungsten weighting for exceptional casting distance
- Slow-sinking action stays just below the surface, ideal for finicky fish that won't chase surface lures
- The pause-and-drift technique mimics a vulnerable baitfish, triggering strikes from inactive fish
- Also effective in rough weather conditions where surface lures become unstable
Best for
- Rockfish (mebaru) fishing in shallow rocky areas
- Slow-paced presentations with intermittent pauses to entice hesitant feeders
- Surf and shore fishing situations requiring pinpoint accuracy with small lures
