Smelt is named after the Rainbow Smelt (Osmerus mordax), a forage fish with translucent livery and iridescent reflections.
The livery is built on pearlescent sides and slight interferences, visible as the angle of light changes. The chromatic inspiration also recalls the Wakasagi (Hypomesus nipponensis), with which it shares a clear, silvery, and translucent appearance typical of smelts. In water, it remains bright and natural, designed to imitate small forage fish without appearing artificial.
Specifications
Size: 3” / 3.5” / 4” — approximately 7.5 / 9 / 10 cm Weight: approximately 2.5 / 3.5 / 6 g Material: plastisol Action: paddle tail active even at low speeds Rigging: jighead, offset hook, weighted hook
Handmade in small batches. Slight variations in tone and transparency are part of the artisanal process.
Testate poco fa devo dire che nuotano molto sinuosamente con un movimento di paddle molto attirante e frenetico tanto che la prima spigola non ha tardato ad arrivare.testate sulla mis di 10 cm,
