When it comes to Japanese-made Inline-Spinners, this is THE one
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AR-S TROUT MODEL 4.5g
€7,99
✈Tracked Shipping from Japan – Flat €16.99
- Condition: Brand New
- Weight: 4.5 g (0.2 oz.)
Swimming Action
1. The Overwhelmingly #1 Inline-Spinner in Japan
AR-S is recognized throughout Japan's mountain streams and area fishing spots as "THE inline-spinner" - the definitive choice that comes to mind when anglers think of inline-spinners.
Its development began when Smith tackled the fundamental question "What makes a inline-spinner truly effective?" from the ground up, based on countless field-testing data and feedback from anglers.
The result was a highly refined inline-spinner that produces natural action with a simple straight retrieve while minimizing line twist. Consequently, other domestic inline-spinners have virtually disappeared from the market, leaving AR-S as the sole survivor - it's no exaggeration to say so.
On the water, anglers sometimes joke that "AR-S is unfair because it makes catching fish too easy for anyone." Some purist anglers even go so far as to deliberately avoid using AR-S and stick exclusively to minnows. That's how effectively this inline-spinner can attract fish with nothing more than a straight retrieve.
2. Reason #1 for Overwhelming Dominance: Instant Appeal Design - Action Starts Upon Water Entry
AR-S's greatest weapon is its ability to get the blade spinning at high speed immediately upon hitting the water. This "instant appeal design" proves extremely effective when you need to trigger fish in tight spots with a single cast, or when trying to flip the switch on pressured fish for just a moment. While many imported spinners only start rotating after you begin retrieving, AR-S begins its attraction the moment it touches down. This speed advantage becomes the decisive factor that separates success from failure in Japan's clear waters and heavily pressured fisheries where fish are quick to reject offerings.
3. Reason #2 for Overwhelming Dominance: Smooth Shaft Structure That Reduces Line Twist
Line twist is commonly cited as a major drawback of spinners. AR-S confronts this issue head-on through meticulous tuning of the shaft construction and swivel integration. As a result, the stress that causes line twist is significantly reduced, dramatically decreasing line twist even during extended fishing sessions.
4. Diverse Weight Options for Increased Success
AR-S offers a comprehensive weight range from 1.6g to 6.0g, allowing situation-specific selection:
- 1.6g and 2.1g for narrow, shallow flows
- 3.5g and 4.5g for standard mountain streams
- 6.0g for main rivers and deep lake fishing
In Japan, where inline-spinners have become a minor lure category, the fact that such a wide selection still exists is itself proof of AR-S's continued recognition and success.
