SMITH AR-S Spinner - Single Hook - 1.5 g

Product benefits

The SMITH AR Spinner HS is a modern evolution of a long-standing classic from the brand, designed for demanding anglers looking for an ultra-effective spinner in both currents and calmer areas. Compact and dense, it produces strong vibrations from the first turns of the reel, provoking strikes from wary or inactive fish without constant lure changes.

Thanks to its specifically shaped tungsten weight, this ultra-light spoon remains surprisingly stable, even in pronounced current seams. It starts spinning immediately on the fall, minimizing dead zones and maximizing fishing time in the correct water column. This responsiveness is a major asset for trout fishing and small predators that often react to the first visual and vibratory impression.

Equipped with a single hook, the rig offers an excellent compromise between hookup efficiency, fish safety and ease of unhooking. It reduces snags on obstacles, helps comply with regulations that require single hooks, and facilitates catch-and-release practice. All these features make the SMITH AR Spinner HS a versatile tool, built for fast rivers, snaggy streams and small stillwaters.

Technical specifications

• Compact spinner composed of a dense metal body and a perfectly balanced blade.
• Shaped tungsten weight for fast sink, stable action and excellent control in currents.
• Sharp single hook designed for catch-and-release and areas where single-hook rigs are recommended or required.
• Durable eyelets and split rings ensuring excellent strength during fights with powerful fish.
• Attractive finishes and detailed patterns to trigger aggression, even in clear water and heavily fished spots.
• Available in multiple weights, sizes and colors to match environments, seasons and fishing conditions.
• Japanese SMITH design known for reliability, consistent rotation and long-lasting durability.

Advantages and strengths

The main advantage of the SMITH AR Spinner HS lies in preserving the strengths of a classic while adding more precision and finesse. Its compactness enables tight, accurate casts even with light gear, making it easier to reach difficult spots like vegetation edges or tight currents behind obstacles. Its instant action reduces unnecessary passes and increases the chances of encountering a reactive fish.

For the angler, the single-hook rig lowers the risk of deep injuries to fish, simplifies unhooking at the water’s edge and makes handling smoother. The combination of a tungsten weight and a well-designed blade allows quick coverage of different water depths: letting the lure sink more or less before retrieving precisely controls the swim depth without changing models. This versatility makes it an ideal choice to explore a river or a lake with minimal gear while staying highly effective.

Usage tips

To get the most from this ultra-light spoon, pair it with a light-action or ultralight spinning rod and fine line. A discreet fluorocarbon leader improves presentation, especially in clear water. Adjust retrieval speed to fish activity: fast to trigger reflex strikes, slower and steady when fish are wary or reluctant.

In rivers, cast slightly upstream or three-quarter upstream and let the spinner fall into the current seam before taking up the slack. Vary trajectories (banks, breaks, heads and tails of pools) and insert short pauses to let the lure sink then resume — this often triggers strikes. In stillwaters or calm zones, use a sawtooth retrieve or stop-and-go, occasionally letting the lure touch bottom to graze edges or shelves.

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FAQ

Question 1 : Is this lure reserved for trout?

Answer: No — although it excels for trout fishing, the SMITH AR Spinner HS can also attract other small predators such as perch or chub, depending on habitat and retrieval style.

Question 2 : Can it be used in calm water or only in current?

Answer: It works very well in calm water. Simply adapt retrieval speed and play with depth by letting the lure sink before retrieving. By varying speeds and paths you can quickly cover large areas of stillwater.

Question 3 : What gear pairs well with this lure?

Answer: An ultralight or light rod, fine line and a discreet leader are recommended to fully exploit its qualities. This setup helps feel the slightest blade vibrations and improves detection of even delicate bites.