Metal Lures
Metal casting lures — slugs, spoons, and blades — are simple, effective, and versatile. Compleat Angler Nedlands stocks from Halco, Oceans Legacy, Richter, Dr Hook, Maph, and Surecatch.
Cast like bullets in wind, sink fast, flash brilliantly. A Perth beach fishing essential for tailor, salmon, and herring.
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Best metal for tailor off Perth beaches?
Halco Twisty and Outcast in 20-40g, chrome or blue/silver. Cast into the gutter at dawn/dusk, fast-medium retrieve. Richter and Surecatch slugs also excellent.
How to retrieve a metal lure?
Fast steady retrieve for tailor/salmon. Or jig and wind — lift rod, wind on drop. Spoons can be slow-rolled. Even basic straight retrieve catches fish due to inherent flash.
What weight for beach fishing?
20-40g covers most Perth beach situations. 40-60g in strong headwinds or when fish are far out. 10-20g from jetties or calm conditions.
Can I use metals from boats?
Yes! Cast to surface-feeding fish, jig vertically, or speed-retrieve through schools. Especially effective when pelagics feed on small baitfish.