About this piece
The Apia Gem 4.5g is a specialized sinking plug designed for the unique demands of ‘tech’ (techoru) fishing, particularly targeting blackfish (chin-nin) in saltwater environments. Engineered to excel in both vertical and horizontal presentations, it offers stable fall postures and natural swimming action to trigger strikes.
Key features
- Sinking design with a weight of 4.5g for controlled fall rates
- 55mm length optimized for precise casting and presentation
- Equipped with two #12 treble hooks
- Designed for stable fall posture and wobble-free descent
- Combines vertical drop-shotting with horizontal long-cast trolling capabilities
Best for
- Saltwater blackfish (chin-nin) fishing
- Technique fishing (techoru) in structured environments like breakwaters and harbors
- Fishing with natural baits like mussels and crabs (drop-shot style)
- Areas requiring long lateral searches combined with vertical presentations
