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Northland Mimic Swim Jig Smelt 3/8oz
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SKU: MSBJ5-37-084948792258
Overview
Built for anglers fishing around weeds and other heavy cover, this swim jig is shaped to pair with minnow-style plastics such as swimbaits and flukes. Its 60-degree tie eye is designed to help it move smoothly through dense vegetation, while the Gamakatsu hook is intended to provide a secure hold on bass, walleye, and pike. At 3/8 oz, it offers a versatile option for working targeted presentations where a compact, heavy-duty jig is needed.
Why Hunters Choose the Northland
Heavy-duty Design
Built around the Mimic Minnow
Gamakatsu Hook
Secure hold on fish
60-degree Tie
Eye supports smooth movement through
Works Minnow-imitating
Minnow-imitating plastics like swimbaits and
3/8 Oz
Weight offers a versatile jig
Key Features
- Heavy-duty swim jig designed around Northland's Mimic Minnow shape.
- Features an ultra sharp, strong Gamakatsu hook for secure hooksets.
- 60-degree tie eye supports smoother movement through weeds and heavy cover.
- Built for use with minnow-imitating plastics such as swimbaits and flukes.
- 3/8 oz weight provides a versatile jig option for targeted presentations.
Best Used For
- Anglers fishing dense weeds and heavy cover with minnow-style plastics
- Bass, walleye, or pike hunters wanting a heavy-duty swim jig option
- Users pairing swimbaits or flukes with a 3/8oz jig head
- Fishermen needing a lure designed for smooth movement through vegetation
Specifications
| Colorpattern | Smelt |
|---|---|
| Designed For | Minow imitating plastics such as swimbaits and flukes |
| Hook | Gamakatsu |
| Tie Eye Angle | 60deg |
| Weight | 3/8 oz |
Pros
- Heavy-duty design built around the Mimic Minnow profile
- Gamakatsu hook provides a secure hold on fish
- 60-degree tie eye supports smooth movement through weeds and heavy cover
- Works with minnow-imitating plastics like swimbaits and flukes
- 3/8 oz weight offers a versatile jig option for multiple presentations
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The 3/8 oz weight is a deliberate middle-ground choice, so it may not be the right fit when you need a much lighter or heavier presentation.
- It is designed around minnow-imitating plastics such as swimbaits and flukes, so its use is more specialized than a general-purpose jig.
- The 60° tie eye is intended to help it move through weeds and heavy cover, but that also means it is built with that style of fishing in mind rather than open-water versatility.
- This is a heavy-duty swim jig, so anglers looking for a more subtle or finesse presentation may want a different option.
Suggested Comparisons
- Swim jigs
- Weedless jig heads
- Minnow-imitating soft plastic rigs
- Bass, walleye, and pike jigs
Suggested Accessories
- Swimbaits
- Flukes
- Fishing line
- Tackle storage
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of lure is the Northland Mimic Swim Jig Smelt 3/8oz?
It is a heavy-duty swim jig that mimics the shape of Northland's Mimic Minnow and is designed for use with minnow-imitating plastics such as swimbaits and flukes.
What species is this swim jig intended for?
The product description names trophy bass, walleye, and pike as target fish.
What hook does it use?
It uses a Gamakatsu hook, described in the source as ultra sharp and strong.
How is it designed to fish through cover?
The 60-degree tie eye is described as allowing smooth movement through weeds and heavy cover, making it suitable for dense vegetation.
What size is this swim jig?
The listed weight is 3/8 oz.