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Northland Tackle · Jigs
Northland Tackle Pitchin' Puppet Jig, 5/8 oz, Gold Shiner
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Options
- Item weight
- 0.63 Ounces
- Product dimensions
- 5.75 x 1.89 x 0.51 inches
Quick take
Pre-rigged darting jig with over-molded resin body and dual hook setup for snap jigging walleye and pike through the ice or from the boat.
The Gold Shiner finish on a 5/8 ounce jig has a 2-3/8 inch body with a translucent baitfish look. It is built for snap-jigging walleye, and the treble hangs on a split ring away from the body.
Best for
- Walleye snap jigging under ice and open water
- Pitching presentations near structure
- Fishing that rewards aggressive jig work and snapping
Skip if
- You prefer subtle finesse presentations
- You fish panfish; use smaller dedicated panfish jigs
Strengths
- Over-molded resin durability withstands hard strikes
- Wide-gap rear hook plus extended treble increases hookup rate
- Darting action triggered by snapping rod is highly effective for walleye
Trade-offs
- 1/4 oz is heavier than finesse jigs; requires stiffer rod
- Dual hook setup increases snagging potential in heavy cover
- Pre-rigged means limited customization options
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Ice
- Techniques
- Jigging
- Ice fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
What can I catch with this?
- Walleye
When and where to fish it
Its gold pattern flashes in stained and tea-colored water and on dark days.
- Clarity
- Stained
- Light
- Overcast
- Low light
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Pink Tiger, UV Pink Tiger | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| UV Fire Tiger | A loud pattern that shows up in stained and muddy water under cloud. |
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| Silver Racecar, Silver Shiner | Flashes like a baitfish in clear to lightly stained water. |
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| Glo White, Super-Glo White | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Glow Perch, Golden Perch, Green Perch, Super-Glo Perch, UV Electric Perch, UV Green Perch | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Rusty Crawfish | Matches crawfish in cold to cool, stained water early in the season. |
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| Gold ShinerThis one | Flashes in stained, tea-colored water and on dark days. |
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| Blue Racecar, Hot Blue Chub, Purple Racecar, Purple Wonder | Shows a solid outline in muddy water, at dusk and at night. |
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Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 1/8 OZ | A small profile for panfish, trout and wary fish on light spinning gear. | — |
| 1/4 OZ, 5/16 OZ | An all-round size for bass and walleye on medium spinning or baitcasting gear. | — |
| 9/16 OZ, 5/8 OzThis one | Casts farther and handles wind and bigger fish. | — |
| 1 Oz | A big profile for pike, musky and striped bass in big water. |
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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 | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northland Tackle Pitchin' Puppet Jig, 1/4 oz, Bubblegum Tiger | Lure weight:1/4 oz | Length:— | Color:Bubblegum Tiger | Suits:— |
| Northland Tackle Pitchin' Puppet Jig, 1/4 oz, Glow Perch | Lure weight:1/4 oz | Length:— | Color:Glow Perch | Suits:Clear water |
| Northland Tackle Pitchin' Puppet Jig, 1/4 oz, Purple Wonder | Lure weight:1/4 oz | Length:— | Color:Purple Wonder | Suits:Muddy water |
| Northland Tackle Pitchin' Puppet Jig, 1/4 oz, UV Green Perch | Lure weight:1/4 oz | Length:— | Color:UV Green Perch | Suits:Clear water |
| Northland Pitchin' Puppet Darting Jig, 1/4 oz, Wonderbread | Lure weight:1/4 oz | Length:— | Color:Wonderbread | Suits:— |
| Northland Tackle Pitchin' Puppet Jig, 5/8 oz, Gold Shiner | Lure weight:5/8 oz | Length:2.375 in | Color:Gold Shiner | Suits:Stained water, walleye |
| Northland Tackle Pitchin' Puppet Jig, 1 oz, Golden Perch | Lure weight:1 oz | Length:2.75 in | Color:Golden Perch | Suits:Clear water, walleye |
| Northland Tackle Pitchin' Puppet Jig, 1 oz, Super-Glo Chub | Lure weight:1 oz | Length:2.75 in | Color:Super-Glo Chub | Suits:Walleye |
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
| Lure weight | 5/8 oz |
|---|---|
| Length | 2.375 in |
| Color | Gold Shiner |
| Color family | Gold |
| Target species | Walleye |
Common questions
How much does it weigh?
It weighs 5/8 oz.
How long is it?
It is 2.375 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is Gold Shiner.
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