Tungsten Difference?

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This has addressed before I am sure. I am about to take the tungsten plunge to see. Do these high $$$ weights really make a difference? What would you say the greatest advantages are? Thanks

[DINK WHISPERER]

Only advantage i have found is the smaller sizes of the heavy flippin' weights! When using fluoro or braid i do not think they make a big difference in sensitivity!

[Uncle Leo]

Increased sensitivity, I have found that I can read the bottom composition much better. IMO that is the biggest and only advantage. This is all I use.

[Raul]

I like the acoustic properties of tungsten, louder than any other kind of sinker material.

[Clark Stewart]

You'll notice a small difference for sure, but like what others have said the real benefit comes in the smaller package.

[dmac14]

I didnt think it would make that big of a difference making the switch. But I was wrong, fishing with tungsten makes it so I can feel the bottom and I know exactly what my bait is touching. Also the size makes a huge difference, using a 3/8oz to punch through weeds the bait just glides straight down. The cost might be a little higher, but if you think about it a good crankbait is $6+ so if you have a $2 weight with a $.30 hook and a $.50 bait. You have one fine looking setup all with premium components all at around $3. I strongly advise you to use some tungsten I think you will be satisfied.

[Bassin_Fin@tic]

Use it and I think you'll say "Man these are nice" 8-)

[SoFl-native]

You'll notice a small difference for sure, but like what others have said the real benefit comes in the smaller package.

i agree. Lead seems kind of clunky in comparison. You have to decide if its worth the extra coin.

[erau618]

When I first tried it, I really didn't want to like them because of the price.  After using them, I really like tungsten wieghts.  Like everyone is saying, you can really feel the bottom better.

[swimbait]

I can tell a big difference. Remember though, if your using them with a Zebco and generic line you might want to stick with lead. The better the other components your fishing with the better they work together. JMO

[5bass]

Just do it. If you dont like 'em you can give 'em to me next weekend....you know, since you jacked my jigs and all....

[adclem]

Been having the same thoughts and I took the plunge today and bought some of the Tungsten weights, Ike Weed Wackers and pegs.  Will be trying them out in the am.

Later,

[Blue Streak]

Sensitivity, they are much better than lead. And as already stated, you will really feel the difference with a good rod and line.

[80pruf]

I am a huge advocate of tungsten flippin' weights.  Like others have said it depends on what setup you are using.  I have a Daiwa Zillion flippin' stick and use braid and I can feel EVERYTHING!

[Stagerlee]

I've just always used lead.

[The_Natural]

It's a no-brainer....tungsten is significantly better.  

[iceintheveins]

The tungsten jigs, spinnerbaits, and buzzbaits allow you to throw a smaller bait farther and in the case of spinnerbaits and jigs, sink deeper. They are good when the bass want a smaller profile.

[geckert]

I like tungsten here on the upper bay and the potomac because when your trying to throw 1 1/2 oz in lead its a huge hunk of metal and it usually just hits the mat and stops tungsten is 1/2 the size for the same weight and normally gets through. I also like the smaller tungsten screw lock for my senkos and creature type baits because your mainly fishing grass and its a smaller profile so it gets through grass easily. Just my opinion.

[adclem]

I was a doubter in tungsten till yesterday.  Went out and was fishing a Power Hawg with a 3/16oz tungsten weight and on the first cast I could feel the bait hit the bottom every time and when it didn't hit the bottom I knew I had a fish.

I am believer in them know, that is for sure.

Later,

[looking4structure]

I really like the Tungsten but kinda pricey

[bassmasterb007]

tungsten is to hook fishermen not fish. ;D

[Jeff H]

Don't have tungsten, but do use brass sometimes.  I'll use lead until it's no longer available, because it's cheaper.   There are certainly times it's nice to have a harder weight too and I'll stick to brass for that.