About this piece
The Smith Soless 42S is a sinking S-shaped minnow plug designed for saltwater rockfish (Mebaru) fishing in shallow waters. It combines a high-swim-action body with a stabilizer to control roll and a head cup that grips water for solid resistance and range-keeping performance.
Key features
- Sinking type with weight of 3.8 g and length of 42 mm
- S-shaped wobbling action with stabilizer for stable, controlled roll
- Cup-shaped head provides water grip for strong resistance and depth holding
- Equipped with #14 hooks from the factory
- Effective depth range from about 20 cm to 1.0 m below the surface
Best for
- Saltwater rockfish (Mebaru / sea bass) fishing in shallow coastal waters
- Fishing from high piers or in windy conditions where stable depth control is needed
- Slow, drifting retrieves that maximize the S-wobble action
