SOUTH BEND · Egg Sinkers
South Bend Egg Sinker, 1/2 oz, Purple, 6-Pack
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Options
Color: purple
Size: 9oz (Pack of 1)
- 9oz (Pack of 1)
- 3/4 Oz (pack of 1)
- One Size not in purple
- Item weight
- 0.08 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 1.73 x 1.06 x 0.59 inches
Quick take
A half-ounce lead egg sinker that slides on the line for bottom fishing rigs and float-fishing setups.
This is a size 8 oval egg sinker sold in a pack of six, made for anglers who fish bottom rigs. Its sliding shape lets the line pass through, so a bait can rest on the bottom while a fish moves off with it. It suits Carolina-style setups and bottom fishing.
Best for
- Bottom rigs for catfish and flathead
- Carolina rigs for bass in deep water
- Float-fishing live shrimp or shiners in bays
Skip if
- Ultra-light fishing for panfish; use split shot instead
- Any setup that requires a non-sliding sinker
Strengths
- Smooth oval shape rolls easily along the bottom
- Sliding design lets fish take line freely before feeling weight
- Purple color is easy to spot in your tackle box
Trade-offs
- Lead dust can stain fingers and tackle boxes
- Heavy enough that you need strong rod to cast long distances
- Not ideal for fishing near sensitive wetlands
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Bottom fishing
- Float fishing
Specifications
| Type | egg sinker |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1/2 oz |
| Shape | Smooth oval |
| Color | Purple |
| Count | 6 |
How to choose a color and size
Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 3/4 Oz (pack of 1) | Heavier weights hold bottom in wind, current and deep water. |
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| 9oz (Pack of 1)This one | Heavy sinkers for surf, strong current and deep saltwater. |
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