S & J's TACKLE BOX · Egg Sinkers
S & J's JiffyPoint Egg Sinkers, 1/2 oz, Lead, 10-Pack
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- Item weight
- 0.15 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 10.71 x 5.75 x 0.55 inches
Quick take
Rounded 1/2 oz lead egg sinkers that won't roll on hard bottom, made in the USA.
These oval lead egg sinkers weigh 1/2 oz each and come 10 to a pack. Threaded on a line for a Carolina rig or a similar setup, the rounded shape lets the weight roll along the bottom when there is current. Made of lead in the United States, they suit anglers who want a simple sliding weight for bass and walleye.
Best for
- Still-fishing with live bait on sand or hard bottom
- Float rigs where weight must stay put
- Fishing from shore or a pier
Skip if
- You're casting repeatedly; use bullet weights instead
- You need the weight to roll on current
Strengths
- Egg shape resists rolling on hard and sandy bottoms
- 1/2 oz size suits panfish to mid-size catfish
- Oval hole threads line easily and reliably
Trade-offs
- Rounded egg shape digs into soft mud rather than tracking steadily
- Lead weight material is less dense than tungsten
- Not ideal for casting lures or active presentations
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Live bait
- Bottom fishing
- Float fishing
Specifications
| Type | egg sinker |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1/2 oz |
| Count | 10 |
| Material | Lead |
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