Z-Man Redfish Eye™ Jigheads
The Z-Man Redfish Eye™ Jigheads are purpose-built for inshore anglers targeting redfish and other coastal gamefish. Designed around the knowledge that predators instinctively strike at a baitfish's eyes, these jigheads feature the largest 3D eyes in their class to create an irresistible strike target. Built with a heavy-duty 4/0 Mustad® UltraPoint® black nickel hook and a unique 30-degree neck bend, the Redfish Eye™ Jighead helps reduce snagging while fishing shallow grass flats, oyster bars, and other structure-rich environments. Twin molded conical keeper barbs securely hold both ElaZtech® and traditional soft plastics, making this one of the most dependable jigheads for inshore fishing. Available at Frank & Fran's and ships nationwide.
What This Gear Is Commonly Used For
- Targeting redfish, speckled trout, flounder, striped bass, and other inshore predators
- Fishing grass flats, oyster beds, marshes, channels, and jetties
- Rigging 4-inch and 5-inch soft plastic swimbaits
- Slow rolling, hopping, and swimming soft plastics through shallow and deep water
Why This Gear Is Useful on the OBX
- Oversized 3D eyes create a highly visible strike target for predatory fish
- 30-degree hook eye design reduces snagging in grass, oyster beds, and shallow structure
- Heavy-duty 4/0 Mustad® UltraPoint® hook delivers dependable hooksets on powerful inshore fish
- Twin conical keeper barbs securely hold ElaZtech® and traditional soft plastics in place
- Available in multiple weights for everything from shallow marshes to deeper inlets and channels
- Perfect for fishing the diverse inshore habitats found throughout the Outer Banks
Where This Gear Is Most Often Used
- Outer Banks grass flats
- Marshes and tidal creeks
- Oyster bars and shell banks
- Inlets and deep channels
- Jetties and coastal estuaries
Product Features
- Oversized realistic 3D eyes create a prominent strike target
- Heavy-duty 4/0 Mustad® UltraPoint® black nickel hook
- 30-degree neck bend reduces snagging and fouling
- Twin molded conical keeper barbs securely retain soft plastics
- Compatible with both ElaZtech® and traditional soft baits
- Designed for 4-inch and 5-inch soft plastic lures
- Available in 1/8 oz., 3/16 oz., 1/4 oz., 3/8 oz., and 1/2 oz. weights
- Excellent for shallow flats, channels, passes, and jetties
Product Specifications
- Brand: Z-Man
- Model: Redfish Eye™ Jigheads
- Hook: 4/0 Mustad® UltraPoint® black nickel hook
- Hook Design: 30-degree neck bend
- Keeper System: Twin molded conical keeper barbs
- Available Weights: 1/8 oz., 3/16 oz., 1/4 oz., 3/8 oz., and 1/2 oz.
- Compatible Baits: 4"–5" Scented PaddlerZ™, Scented Jerk ShadZ™, StreakZ™, DieZel MinnowZ™, SwimmerZ™, and other similarly sized soft plastics
- Recommended Use: Inshore saltwater fishing for redfish, trout, flounder, striped bass, and other gamefish
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Redfish Eye™ Jighead different from a standard jighead?
The oversized 3D eyes create an aggressive strike target, while the 30-degree hook design helps reduce snagging in shallow grass and oyster beds where redfish commonly feed.
What soft plastics work best with the Redfish Eye™ Jighead?
It's designed to pair perfectly with 4-inch and 5-inch Z-Man® soft plastics, including Scented PaddlerZ™, Scented Jerk ShadZ™, StreakZ™, DieZel MinnowZ™, and SwimmerZ™.
Do the keeper barbs work with ElaZtech® baits?
Yes. The twin molded conical keeper barbs securely hold both ElaZtech® and traditional soft plastics to reduce slippage and extend bait life.
Which weight should I choose?
Lighter weights are ideal for shallow grass flats and marshes, while heavier sizes excel in deeper channels, passes, and around jetties where stronger currents require faster sink rates.
Are the Redfish Eye™ Jigheads effective on the Outer Banks?
Absolutely. They're specifically designed for the shallow flats, oyster bars, marshes, channels, and inlets that make Outer Banks redfish, trout, and flounder fishing so productive.
