IMA Sasuke 105 | 10.5cm 7.8g – The Technical Precision Diver

At Gerry’s Fishing, we know that sometimes the fish aren’t right on the surface, but they aren’t hugging the seabed either. The IMA Sasuke 105 is the precision tool designed for that middle ground. Measuring 10.5cm and weighing a finesse-oriented 7.8g, this lure is a staple for anglers who need a highly responsive, medium-diving minnow that can bridge the gap between saltwater and freshwater environments.

The Sasuke 105 features the legendary “dished” face that has made the Sasuke series famous. This design allows the lure to grip the water and dive to depths of $1.5\text{m}$ to $2\text{m}$, making it the ultimate choice for searching deeper gullies, estuary channels, or submerged weed beds.

Why the Sasuke 105 is a Tactical Essential

1. Aerodynamic “Arrow” Casting

Despite its lightweight 7.8g construction, the Sasuke 105 punches well above its weight class in terms of distance. It utilizes an internal weight shifting system that moves the mass to the tail during the cast, ensuring a stable, tumble-free flight. This allows you to achieve the long-range casts needed to reach spooky fish in clear water.

2. High-Response Versatility

This is a lure that rewards an active hand. While a steady retrieve produces a seductive, natural swimming action, the Sasuke 105 is highly responsive to jerks and twitches. A sharp snap of the rod tip will cause the lure to dart erratically, mimicking a panicked baitfish—a movement that frequently triggers aggressive reaction strikes from Bass and Pike.

3. Shallow-to-Medium Depth Mastery

With a diving range of $1.5\text{m}$ to $2\text{m}$, the Sasuke 105 is designed to target predators hunting just below the surface layers. It is particularly effective at “calling up” fish from deeper water, providing a realistic silhouette and vibration that predators can home in on even in low-light conditions.

Technical Specifications

Product Details and Uses

Mastering the Mid-Water Column

The Sasuke 105 is at its best when fish are holding in slightly deeper water than a traditional shallow runner can reach. By utilizing a slow retrieve, you can keep the lure in the strike zone longer, allowing its realistic paint finish and baitfish profile to do the work. In saltwater, this is lethal for Bass patrolling the edges of a current; in freshwater, it’s a “go-to” for Pike and large Trout.

Finesse Casting Technique

Because this lure is a 7.8g finesse model, it is best fished on a Light to Medium-Light (ML) lure rod. This allows you to feel the subtle vibrations of the lure and impart the tiny twitches that bring the “Sasuke roll” to life. The internal weight system ensures that even on a light setup, you aren’t sacrificing the distance needed to cover large areas of water.

Saltwater and Freshwater Cross-Over

The beauty of the 10.5cm profile is its universal appeal. It mimics the size of standard forage like small sandeels and sprats in the sea, while perfectly imitating roach or rudd in a lake or river. The high-quality, sharp trebles ensure that whether it’s the bony mouth of a Bass or the toothy jaw of a Pike, the hookset is deep and secure.

Gerry’s Pro Tip:

Try the “Pause and Flutter” technique. Retrieve the lure until it reaches its maximum depth of $2\text{m}$, then stop reeling for two seconds. Because the Sasuke 105 is buoyant, it will slowly begin to rise. This vertical movement, combined with a sudden “twitch” as you resume the retrieve, is often the exact moment a trailing predator will smash the lure.

Precision diving meets legendary IMA action. The Sasuke 105 is the versatile, medium-range hunter your lure box has been missing.