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Tungsten jigs

Posted By: Frank the Tank

Tungsten jigs - 12/19/17 03:24 PM

Do they really make a difference compared to lead?
Posted By: Matt1212

Re: Tungsten jigs - 12/19/17 03:29 PM

I was given one and the feel is better(just like bullet weights). I wouldn't see much of an advantage unless you are fishing rock(which lead generally is easier to get "un-hung")
Posted By: bigbass94

Re: Tungsten jigs - 12/19/17 03:32 PM

For the extra price, no. I've used them in the past and while they do transmit better, I don't see a significant difference. If you have a sensitive rod and you use braid or fluorocarbon then a lead jig should be plenty sensitive enough.
Posted By: B.Hollingshead

Re: Tungsten jigs - 12/19/17 06:59 PM

Most your jig bites are not soft enough to have to use tungsten. Most your jig bites are very noticeable most occasions. Not worth the cost difference.
Posted By: billclay

Re: Tungsten jigs - 12/20/17 06:24 PM

I don't think so. A good rod and the right line are the most important. There is also not a large selection of tungsten jigs on the market, and a lot of them are very expensive. Lead is still the way to go for jigs because tungsten just doesn't really have any significant advantages.
Posted By: Frank the Tank

Re: Tungsten jigs - 12/20/17 06:26 PM

Exactly what I was expecting to hear. Thanks
Posted By: senko9S

Re: Tungsten jigs - 12/20/17 06:49 PM

I use them when I need to downsize the jig but not the weight, works great.
Posted By: Squirrely Dan

Re: Tungsten jigs - 12/20/17 08:46 PM

I think it’s great for rock. Little more clink then lead. Other then that no.
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