Description
Westin Diggin’ Sardine 135EFS (13.5cm, 62g) – The Deep-Running Stickbait Specialist
When the tide is ripping and standard surface lures are being blown off course, the Westin Diggin’ Sardine 135EFS takes charge. Available at Gerry’s Fishing, this is not your average stickbait. The “EFS” (Extra Fast Sinking) designation, combined with a revolutionary axe-shaped diving lip, makes this the ultimate weapon for anglers who need to reach predators holding deep in heavy currents.
While traditional stickbaits tend to “skitter” or rise to the surface too quickly in fast water, the Diggin’ Sardine is engineered to stay down. The unique lip design provides incredible stability, allowing the lure to “dig” into the water column and maintain a seductive, hard-thumping action even in the most turbulent conditions. Whether you’re casting into a racing estuary mouth or working a deep-sea pinnacle, this 62g powerhouse ensures you stay in the strike zone longer.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
| Weight | 62g |
| Length | 13.5cm (5.3″) |
| Type | Extra Fast Sinking (EFS) Stickbait |
| Construction | Heavy-duty through-wire for maximum strength |
| Lip Design | Innovative “Axe-Shape” for current stability |
| Hardware | Two 4X Ultra anti-rust saltwater treble hooks |
| Casting | Aerodynamic profile for exceptional long-distance performance |
| Target Species | Bass, Bluefish, Amberjack, Tuna, Barracuda |
Where & How to Use the Diggin’ Sardine 135EFS
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Heavy Tidal Rips: This lure was born for fast water. Cast it across the current and let it sink before beginning a steady retrieve. The axe-lip will “grip” the flow, keeping the lure deep where big Bass and Pelagics wait for disoriented prey.
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Deep-Water Rock Marks: When fishing from height or into deep Atlantic swells, the 62g weight and sinking nature allow you to work the entire water column. It won’t “blow out” of the water when a wave hits it.
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Offshore “Boiling” Schools: If tuna or amberjack are feeding just below the surface, the Diggin’ Sardine can be cast a country mile and ripped back at high speed. It stays stable and submerged, even during a “burning” retrieve.
💡 Gerry’s Pro Tip
The “Bottom-to-Mid” Search: In deep water, let the Diggin’ Sardine sink until your line goes slack (indicating it’s hit the bottom). Give it three aggressive upward jerks to get that axe-lip biting, then a slow, steady retrieve. This mimics a sardine struggling to stay down against the current—a high-protein signal that bottom-dwelling predators like Grouper or large Snapper find impossible to resist.
Frequently Asked Questions
How deep will this lure actually run?
Because it is “Extra Fast Sinking,” the depth is limited only by how long you let it sink. On a standard retrieve, it will comfortably hold a depth of 2m to 5m, but it can be worked much deeper by counting it down.
Is the “Through-Wire” construction really necessary?
If you are targeting hard-fighting species like Tuna or Amberjack, absolutely. The wire runs from the front eyelet through to the tail, ensuring that even if the lure body is crushed by a massive strike, you stay connected to the fish.
Does it come with hooks?
Yes, it comes rigged with heavy-duty 4X Ultra anti-rust trebles. These are designed for the harshest saltwater environments and won’t straighten out even under extreme drag setting
