Breakaway Super Sinker, 5 oz, Stainless

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Item weight: 0.31 Kilograms
Product dimensions: 5.08 x 2.87 x 1.93 inches

Quick take

A 5 oz surf sinker with locking arms that anchor in sand and release with a pull on the line.

The Breakaway Super Sinker is a 5 oz oval surf sinker sold as a two-pack, built for anglers fishing from the beach or the rocks. Its stainless steel arms lock into the sand to hold bait in place, then snap open when you start to reel in. Each sinker measures about 5 by 3 inches, a size that suits surf rigs for first-timers and experienced surf anglers alike.

Best for

Surf fishing in moving water
Holding bottom in strong current
Sandbar and beach fishing

Skip if

You fish rocky areas
You prefer pyramid sinkers

Strengths

Locking arms hold position in moving water
Stainless steel arms snap open when you pull line
Easy to set and retrieve

Trade-offs

Design only works in sand or soft substrate
Heavier than traditional pyramid sinkers
Requires smooth bottom to function

Fishing fit

Water: Saltwater
Techniques: Surf fishing
Skill level: Intermediate

Specifications

Specifications
Type	surf sinker
Weight	5 oz
Shape	Oval
Material	Stainless steel
Count	2

Updated 22 October 2026