Butterfly jigs

[Mr. Sandman]

I had heard these work fantastic last tuna season but had trouble getting my paws on a few. I have not used one yet but I put in an order for a bunch of them for this season. This looks like an exciting way to fish esp when they get picky.

PS I use 4-5 oz with 30# PP in 110' of water and hold bottom for fluke without problems...unless the tide is really honking, then I put the boat in reverse and hold position with the motor. Thin braid is the key to lighter weights + it is a lot more fun to fish with. Mono is stone-age for fishing deep water, it is like fishing with big rubber band.

[rhodyflyguy]

All butterfly jigs are, from what i have gathered, are fancy knife jigs, which have been available in japan for years, from companies like River2Sea, Seven Seas, and others for less money. 20 dollars really isn't bad either. Custom plugs cost that or more, and are more prone to being lost.