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Reaction Tackle · Jig Heads

Reaction Tackle Tungsten Ball Jig Heads, 1/16-1/2 oz

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Color: BlackSize: 1/4oz - 2/0 hook6 sizesChange
Item weight
0.25 Ounces

Quick take

Tungsten jig heads for finesse bass and walleye presentations in various weights.

This black 1/4 oz tungsten ball jig head suits bass and walleye anglers who fish weedy, rocky or snaggy cover and want a compact head that still carries weight. Its 97% tungsten body is denser than lead, so the head stays small for its weight. It sinks quickly to depth and works on ned rig, shaky head and shroom jig presentations.

Best for

  • Ned rig finesse fishing
  • Shaky head presentations
  • Bass in light cover

Skip if

  • You need deep heavy jigging
  • You fish saltwater

Strengths

  • Tungsten offers more sensitivity than lead at same weight
  • Smaller diameter reduces snags
  • Diamond polish and durable paint
  • Weedless option keeps presentations uncluttered

Trade-offs

  • Best suited to light tackle and finesse work
  • Smaller size may be harder to cast on heavy line

Fishing fit

Species
  • Bass
  • Walleye
Water
  • Freshwater
Techniques
  • Finesse
Skill level
  • Intermediate

Specifications

Specifications
Typetungsten jig head
Material97% tungsten
Weight range1/16 oz to 1/2 oz

How to choose a color and size

Size

Sizes and when to pick them
OptionsWhen to pick itConditions
1/16oz - #2 hookA light head for small plastics, panfish and a slow fall in shallow water.
  • Crappie
  • Panfish
  • Shallow (to 5 ft)
1/8oz - 1/0 hook, 3/16oz - 2/0 hook, 1/4oz - 2/0 hookThis oneAn all-round head for bass and walleye at middle depths.
  • Bass
  • Walleye
  • Mid (5 to 12 ft)
3/8oz - 3/0 hook, 1/2oz - 5/0 hookA heavier head that holds bottom in wind, current and deeper water.
  • Deep (12 to 25 ft)
  • Current seams

Which one should I pick?

Versions of this product on this site
VersionLure weightColorSuits
Reaction Tackle Tungsten Ball Jig Heads, 1/8 oz, 1/0 Hook, BlackLure weight:1/8 ozColor:BlackSuits:—
Reaction Tackle Tungsten Ball Jig Heads, 1/16-1/2 ozLure weight:1/4 ozColor:BlackSuits:—

Facts

This version's specifications
Lure weight1/4 oz
ColorBlack
Color familyDark

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