This differs from a Blockhead Popper that pushes more water and makes a large deep sound when retrieved
We earn commissions from purchases you make using the retail links in our product reviews
But repeatedly snapping jigs through the water column puts massive stress on a reel, so the Fathom has a Full Metal Body and a hardened stainless steel main gear that completely eliminates frame twist
"I'll yank a good smallmouth from under this log coming up," said my long time fishing buddy Vern Clemens
It took years for this revelation to dawn for me
With a standard knot, the sinker, hook and soft plastic stay in a streamlined package, but with the snell knot rigged on a straight shank hook, the hook will kick up, catching the roof of the mouth, right in line for a perfect landing