Seek, Catch, Release, Protect
Received a package from Digitaka yesterday. In talking with my wife, I asked why she didn’t use her trout spoons more. Her response was that she was afraid to lose them because she only had a few. So I ordered some more spoons. Problem solved.
I also ordered a couple of packages of plastic lures to try out. It’s nice to have various options in case a maker goes belly up or they are sold out.
I’m not even going to attempt to explain or understand the names. Catch you on the next one…
And finally, a look at JDM in-line spinners.
-Palms SpinWalk Clevis 3 gram Spinner in Yellow, Green, Gold and Black
-Daiwa Silver Creek Spinner 4 gram in Silver and Gold
Both of these brands are made in China. From what I can tell, in-line spinners are not popular in Japan because they are considered to be too easy to catch fish with. If you look close, you can see that these come with a swivel built into the wire frame. I haven’t run across that before but its a nice addition. The off-center body is interesting and I’m guessing it acts somewhat like a keel to keep these running straighter and hopefully prevent line twist.
I opted for the heavier gram weight versions because I’ll be fishing some current and also because it’s always windy here in Oklahoma.
The spoons and spinners were purchased from Chris Stewart at http://www.finesse-fishing.com. Chris is an awesome guy and is definitely an asset to the USA based JDM enthusiast. Very knowledgeable and helpful with any questions you may have.
Until next time…stay safe and stay warm!
And here is a quick shot of a few of the Spoons I plan on throwing for the 2021 season.
From left to right:
Spoons are huge in Japan for trout in both “Area” and “Native/Stream” fishing. Again, everything is specialized…Rod, reel, line, lure etc. and is geared to a specific fish species or style.
It’s a “DEEP RABBIT HOLE” to go down so be forewarned if your interest is piqued.
Here a few of the Jerkbaits I plan on using for 2021.
I replaced all of the treble hooks with Cultiva SBL-55M hooks in either size 6 or size 8. The only oddball was the Great Hunting 50F Flat Side which required Cultiva S-21 size 8 hooks.
If you ever get the chance to view any of the various Japanese company’s tackle catalogs, you will be amazed at the selection and specialization that you will find. Truly incredible.
From Top Left to Right and Bottom Left to Right:
-Great Hunting Heavy Duty 55S Sinking
-DUO Spearhead Ryuki 60S Sinking
-DUO Spearhead Ryuki 70S Sinking
-Daiwa Silver Creek Minnow 45S Sinking
-Lucky Craft Humpback Minnow 45SP Suspending
-Great Hunting Flat Side 50F Floating
As far as manufacturers go, I know the DUO Spearhead Ryuki 60S and 70S are made in Japan. The Lucky Craft Humpback Minnow Suspending is also made in Japan. The Great Hunting GH50 Flat Sides are made in Vietnam.
Just because it says “JDM” does not mean its made in Japan, rather it’s for the Japan Domestic Market. JDM purists generally do a lot of research before purchasing as they ONLY want “Made in Japan.”
I don’t see myself going down that road, but one never knows.
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