Author Topic: Whats so special about tungsten? (Read 1219 times)

stumpjumper · « **on:** Jan 27, 2011, 06:56 PM »

Is there some kind of benefit to using them like they show up better under a sonar or what??

DamYankee · « **Reply #1 on:** Jan 27, 2011, 06:58 PM »

Just seem to be more dense....heavier weight with smaller body so you can "downsize" but still get to the bottom faster and feel the action better

Smeltkiller · « **Reply #2 on:** Jan 27, 2011, 07:00 PM »

They suck! Don't buy them! Leave my jigs on the shelf!

IceBucky · « **Reply #3 on:** Jan 27, 2011, 07:01 PM »

they are heavier and you can use a smaller jig and it will sink faster.

LowshtzGolf · « **Reply #4 on:** Jan 27, 2011, 07:05 PM »

I think they are more of an alternative to lead since lead can be damaging to the ecosystem. Also some places have a ban on lead, so you must use something else.

Swift · « **Reply #5 on:** Jan 27, 2011, 07:15 PM »

Weight per size. Come into their own when the bite calls for being fairly deep, quickly getting back down there with a small presentation

charterboat · « **Reply #6 on:** Jan 27, 2011, 07:21 PM »

They taste better.

carpslayer93 · « **Reply #7 on:** Jan 27, 2011, 07:25 PM »

When your fishin 40-60ft of water and fish are suspended 20-40ft down and on the move u want to get down fast and keep them around.they make deep water fishing exciting.tungsten is the way to go..
tight lines.........

fishin machine · « **Reply #8 on:** Jan 27, 2011, 07:34 PM »

Quote from: Swift on Jan 27, 2011, 07:15 PM

Weight per size. Come into their own when the bite calls for being fairly deep, quickly getting back down there with a small presentation

Bingo!!
Smaller jigs with more weight than lead.

terry fish · « **Reply #9 on:** Jan 27, 2011, 07:45 PM »

Tungsten is the way to go but only if you want to spend twice as much money for a jig. It definitely increases the sensitivity of the fishing rod due to the weight while keeping a small presentation at the hook, also it increases the time spent fishing since you can get the bait into the target zone (depth) much faster.

Smeltkiller · « **Reply #10 on:** Jan 27, 2011, 07:53 PM »

They suck! Leave my jigs on the shelf! That's it! You guys raid the shelves and leave all the poor colors. I'm going to drive over to Haslet this spring to stock up for next year.

Swift · « **Reply #11 on:** Jan 27, 2011, 07:56 PM »

yourbobbersdown Have fun

slushbucket5-0 · « **Reply #12 on:** Jan 27, 2011, 08:08 PM »

Found out how important they are a few days ago. Was fishing shallow with lead no big deal...some guys gave me a tip in deep water and I went crazy waiting for the small lead jig to get down. Changed over to tung. and it took WAY LESS time.

Not enough time using them to tell you if they show up better on the flasher.

Maybe some of the others can tell us about that.

Grappler · « **Reply #13 on:** Jan 27, 2011, 08:11 PM »

And don't forget they clear up your screen on your flasher so now you only see the jig and not the splitshot. I use to notice on my flasher that they would sometime's go up and hit my splitshot.

USMarine2001 · « **Reply #14 on:** Jan 27, 2011, 08:15 PM »

Quote from: LowshtzGolf on Jan 27, 2011, 07:05 PM

I think they are more of an alternative to lead since lead can be damaging to the ecosystem. Also some places have a ban on lead, so you must use something else.

Stupid Califorina

icemantwo · « **Reply #15 on:** Jan 27, 2011, 08:51 PM »

Show up better on flasher, super small for weight.

gillcommander · « **Reply #16 on:** Jan 27, 2011, 08:55 PM »

Quote from: terry fish on Jan 27, 2011, 07:45 PM

Tungsten is the way to go but only if you want to spend twice as much money for a jig. It definitely increases the sensitivity of the fishing rod due to the weight while keeping a small presentation at the hook, also it increases the time spent fishing since you can get the bait into the target zone (depth) much faster.

Best answer!!! When the bite is hot you need your bait in the zone faster when dropping down...tungsten allows you to do that!!! I use 4mm Fiskas and if they are fussy I will tie on a 3mm...but that is rare!! Oh and if you are going to get some go with Epoxy Glow...paint is better and at almost $3 a pop getting glow gives you more flexibility!!!

stumpjumper · « **Reply #17 on:** Jan 30, 2011, 08:04 AM »

Thanks for the replies guys. All correct, they do sink a LOT faster! The bluegills really liked a 4mm Perch yesterday.

wmu1989 · « **Reply #18 on:** Jan 30, 2011, 02:16 PM »

the advantage is more fish! Able to fish a smaller lure when youre using tungsten. The ONLY drawback is the price. More companies are producing them now so hopefully the price will drop

damanfrgr · « **Reply #19 on:** Jan 30, 2011, 02:45 PM »

Quote from: gillcommander on Jan 27, 2011, 08:55 PM

Best answer!!! When the bite is hot you need your bait in the zone faster when dropping down...tungsten allows you to do that!!! I use 4mm Fiskas and if they are fussy I will tie on a 3mm...but that is rare!! Oh and if you are going to get some go with Epoxy Glow...paint is better and at almost $3 a pop getting glow gives you more flexibility!!!

totally agree used in deep water u drop faster with the same size!!!!! thirty foot my buddy wanted a split shoot to drop down was takeing him forever mine dropped right down NICE lovem

tommy-n · « **Reply #20 on:** Jan 30, 2011, 03:20 PM »

so many experts yet so little time, leave them on the shelf their not worth the money

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Author Topic: Whats so special about tungsten? (Read 1219 times)