Lures Strategic Angler Espada-S (Sinking) Stickbaits

The Pacific Saury belongs to the family Scomberesocidae.  They comprise of highly migratory pelagic schooling fish whose range include the North Pacific, Japan to the Gulf of Alaska, and south to Mexico.  They are generally found offshore near the surface, gliding out of the water as predators attack, just like their flying fish cousins.  A popular forage species for Tuna and Billfish, their iridescent sides, slim profile and side to side action make them an attractive and rewarding meal.  The name Espada (or Yaiba) aptly describes the slicing action of this lure.  The Espada series measures 9.25 inches and represents an adult Pacific saury, Ballyhoo, Flying fish, a juvenile Mackerel or Herring and makes it a good all around multi-species casting lure.

The Espada features a smooth, streamlined body with a 2.4mm wiring system (same as the Kratos series), capable of handling any fish of your dreams.  The Espada series sits near vertical at rest with its tail down (both floating and sinking versions). Various techniques will make this lure come alive. What are you waiting for? Put some Owner Stinger ST-66 hooks, or your choice of inline single hooks on them and go fishing!

• Orientation:  Vertical sinking, tail down
• Action:  Erratic darting action, sinks @ a foot a second (hook dependent)
• Length: 9.25 inches (235 mm)
• Average weight:  4.5 ounces (130-135 grams)
• 0.093 inch (2.4 mm) thick x-heavy wiring
• Tail hook only compatible
• Working speed:  Medium to fast

Recommended Hook Configuration:

• Belly/rear:  3/0 trebles or 2/0 trebles
• Belly/rear:  3/0 treble with 7/0 single
• Belly/rear:  8/0 to 10/0 singles
• Tail only:  4/0 treble, 3/0 treble, up to 12/0 single