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Dr.Fish Saltwater Squid Jig, Five Colors
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- Item weight
- 0.77 Pounds
- Product dimensions
- 8 x 3.4 x 1.3 inches
Quick take
A 6 inch deep-drop squid jig with water-activated LED and glow-in-the-dark skin for offshore species.
A 6-inch vinyl squid skirt lure rigged with a 6/0 J hook, sold as a set of five colors. It suits offshore trolling and deep-drop work aimed at tuna and other open-water pelagic fish. Having several colors in one pack lets you swap looks without restocking.
Best for
- Deep drop jigging for tuna and marlin
- Dark and night fishing conditions
- Offshore trolling and jigging
Skip if
- You fish shallow water where lighted jigs are overkill
- You prefer traditional metal jigs without electronics
Strengths
- Water-activated LED attracts attention in deep, dark water
- Glow-in-the-dark backup works when LED battery fades
- Durable vinyl withstands saltwater and toothy species
Trade-offs
- LED battery eventually depletes after 300 hours
- Heavy weight and large size require appropriate tackle
- Deep-drop jigging demands skill and experience
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Jigging
- Skill level
- Advanced
What can I catch with this?
- Offshore pelagics
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Green&White, White LED | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Green LED | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Blue&Red, Red LED | Matches crawfish in cold to cool, stained water early in the season. |
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| Blue LED, Blue&Colorful | Shows a solid outline in muddy water, at dusk and at night. |
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Which one should I pick?
Choose the version by the size your rod and line can cast, then choose the color by water clarity.
| Version | Lure weight | Length | Hook size | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr.Fish Saltwater Squid Jig, Green LED | Lure weight:1.8 oz | Length:6 in | Hook size:6/0 | Color:Green LED | Suits:Clear water, offshore pelagics |
| Dr.Fish Saltwater Squid Lure 6 in, LED Green, 6/0 Circle Hook | Lure weight:1.8 oz | Length:6 in | Hook size:6/0 | Color:Green&White | Suits:Clear and stained water, offshore pelagics |
| Dr.Fish Saltwater Squid Jig, Five Colors | Lure weight:— | Length:6 in | Hook size:6/0 | Color:Five Colors | Suits:Offshore pelagics |
| Dr.Fish Saltwater Squid Jig, Green&White | Lure weight:— | Length:6 in | Hook size:6/0 | Color:Green&White | Suits:Clear and stained water, offshore pelagics |
About this type
A lure is an artificial bait that draws a strike with its shape, color and movement.
Each kind is built for certain depths and ways of fishing.
Weight decides how far a lure casts and what rod and line it needs; color changes how visible it is in the water.
Facts
| Length | 6 in |
|---|---|
| Hook size | 6/0 |
| Pack count | 5 |
| Target species | Offshore pelagics |
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