Maruto MS-1015 Sabiki

Maruto is considered one of the pillars of Japanese tackle manufacturing industry. Maruto manufactures saltwater sabiki rigs for Silver Shield exclusively. A sabiki or flasher rig is typically fished off boats, piers, jetties, or any structure over the water. Sabikis consist of any number (usually between 6 and 10) of small hooks, each one on individual dropper lines which are a few inches long. The individual dropper lines are then tied to a longer leader in series, about 6 inches (15 cm) apart; a weight is tied to the end of the leader. The individual hooks are decorated as lures or tied like flies similar to those used in fly fishing. Often they have a simple piece lumo infused material or iridescent film attached to them. Traditionally, on any individual rig all of the lures will be either identical or in an alternating sequence of colors. The type or size sabiki used depends on water conditions, species of fish sought or simply the angler's preference.

An angler can also attach a bait cage and bobber to the rig and catch fish. They are used to catch sardines and mackerel off of large piers. With a bait cage on the rig, users should give a large jerk to release the bait.

Sabiki rigs with their many small, sharp hooks are easily tangled and can be a nuisance to the angler. If they are not handled carefully, the angler can be hooked. This can be avoided by using a sabiki rod. A sabiki rod is a hollow fishing rod with a funnel-shaped tip. The line is fed from the reel through the hollow body of the rod and out of the funnel-shaped tip. When the sabiki rig is reeled in, the hooks and leaders are drawn directly into the rod where they will not tangle or injure the angler.

The USP of Maruto sabiki rigs is the use of high quality Maruto hooks that are tried and tested over time along with good quality monofilament lines attached to “real” fish skin. All these ensure a sure catch!

• Extra strength and durability
• Made from carbon steel material
• The carbon steel material enhances hook penetration
• Features needle sharp point
• Includes 6 hooks