Product benefits
Designed for demanding anglers, the Yamashita EGI OH SEARCH 3.5 SHALLOW is a slow sinking squid jig specifically developed for probing shallow areas. Thanks to its controlled fall rate, it remains longer in the strike zone of cephalopods and triggers bites from wary squid.
This Yamashita squid jig preserves the know-how of the EGI OH SEARCH range while offering a swimming action optimized for calm or low-current conditions. It enables methodical coverage of the water column, giving squid and cuttlefish time to follow and seize the lure.
- Slow action particularly effective on picky cephalopods.
- Ideal for sea squid fishing from shore or boat.
- Practical visual markers with blue eyes and feather to quickly identify the shallow version in the box.
Technical specifications
- Egi size 3.5 — a versatile format offering a sizeable target suitable for squid of all sizes.
- Shallow slow sinking version with a descent rate of approximately 4.5 seconds per meter in the water column.
- Designed for probing shallow areas: shelves, rock heads and harbors.
- Profile and weighting inherited from the EGI OH SEARCH range for a stable, natural swimming action.
- Eyes, crown and hook setup engineered to ensure secure hooking of delicate cephalopod tentacles.
- Colors and finishes specially developed to increase visibility and attraction at sea.
By keeping the proven technical base of the series, this EGI OH SEARCH 3.5 SHALLOW allows slow fishing without losing sensitivity or control. Its steady fall provides clear feedback through the rod and facilitates detection of the most subtle bites.
Advantages and key strengths
The main advantage of this shallow squid jig lies in its ability to remain longer in the holding zone of cephalopods. Where a standard jig would sink too fast and leave the fish's field of view, the EGI OH SEARCH 3.5 SHALLOW glides gently and gives the squid time to decide.
This slowed presentation is particularly effective when waters are clear, shallow or calm. Squid are often wary and inspect prey for a long time before striking. With this model you can offer a smooth animation punctuated by pauses while keeping banner control.
Its 3.5 format also offers an ideal compromise between casting distance, visibility and attractiveness. This provides a versatile eging jig capable of covering ground while remaining perfectly suited to light fishing at the start and end of the season.
Usage tips
To get the most out of the Yamashita EGI OH SEARCH 3.5 SHALLOW, favor shallow sectors: harbors, piers, shoals, rock outcrops or seagrass beds. Its slow sinking action allows you to sweep these areas without excessively snagging the bottom, provided you control line tension well.
Cast beyond the area to be probed, let the jig fall for a few seconds counting mentally (based on the 4.5 seconds per meter), then animate with small sharp pulls followed by pauses. These stop phases are often when the squid chooses to seize the lure.
Adapt retrieval speed and jerk length to the activity: wide, fast motions when cephalopods are aggressive; shorter, slower movements when bites are discreet. Prefer a fine braid with a fluorocarbon leader to retain all sensitivity of your eging setup.
Testimonials
“Since I started using the EGI OH SEARCH 3.5 SHALLOW, I've significantly increased my results on shallow shelves at the beginning of the season. The slow fall allows me to keep contact with my jig and feel the slightest bite. It has become my reference model for squid fishing in calm seas.”FAQ
Question 1: Is this jig suitable for shore and boat fishing?
Answer: Yes, the Yamashita EGI OH SEARCH 3.5 SHALLOW can be used both from shore and from a vessel. Its slow and steady fall rate allows precise depth control whether you fish from a jetty, a breakwater or drifting over shallow zones. Just adjust the fall duration and animation to match water depth and cephalopod activity.
