Savage Gear Tungsten Ball Jighead 18g 5/0 Matt Black

Savage Gear Tungsten Ball Jighead 18g 5/0 Matt Black — Compact Weight, Maximum Sensitivity

The Savage Gear Tungsten Ball Jighead delivers a dense, precise presentation for soft plastic fishing, putting your lure exactly where predators feed with the sensitivity to feel every take.

Tungsten Head for Superior Lure Presentation

Tungsten is significantly denser than lead, meaning this 18g ball head occupies a smaller profile than an equivalent lead weight. The result is a faster, more direct sink rate and a natural, horizontal bait position that tempts zander, perch, and pike alike. The compact ball shape also excels in mid-water column retrieves and lift-and-drop presentations with shad-style softbaits.

Forged Carbon Steel Hook with Razor-Sharp Point

The 5/0 hook is forged from 1X carbon steel, giving it the strength to handle hard-fighting predators without straightening. A small, neat barb aids secure hook-sets while still allowing controlled catch-and-release. The bait keeper behind the head holds your soft plastic firmly in place through repeated casts and strikes, keeping the rig looking natural over many retrieves.

Choose the Right Variant

All variants share the same ball-head design, matt black finish, and 5/0 forged carbon steel hook. Select the weight that matches your water depth, current, and presentation style:

• 18g / 5/0 Matt Black — well-suited to moderate depths (4–8 m) and calmer currents; pairs naturally with medium shads (12–16 cm) for zander and perch

• 21g / 5/0 Matt Black — a step up for deeper water or mild current; maintains contact and feel with larger softbaits

• 28g / 5/0 Matt Black — designed for deep, fast-flowing rivers or when targeting pike with large shads and needing a rapid drop to the strike zone

Facts

• Weight: 18g

• Hook size: 5/0

• Head shape: Ball

• Color: Matt black

• Head material: Tungsten

• Hook material: 1X forged carbon steel

• Bait keeper: Yes

• Barb: Small

• Quantity per pack: 1 piece

• Target species: Zander, perch, pike, predatory fish

• Technique: Jigging with soft plastic lures