Apia Argo 69

$12.36 USD

Apia Argo 69

$12.36 USD

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Length69 mm (2.7 in)
Weight8.5 g (5/16 oz)
Depth0–0.2 m
TypeTopwater

Description

The Apia Argo 69 is the smallest model in the Argo topwater series at 69mm and 8.5g, and the only sinking version in the line-up. It carries two #8 trebles (BKK FANGS-62UA) and uses a magnet weight-transfer system to help maintain casting distance from such a compact body. The sinking design lets it be worked just under the surface as well as on top, reducing the missed strikes that floating topwater plugs can suffer when fish knock the lure without hooking up.

Developed by Apia pro staff Kunihiko Hamamoto, the Argo 69 is aimed at seabass and chinu (black bream) feeding on small baitfish, and doubles as a compact topwater option for smaller estuary species. It is available in ten colourways.

Shipping & returns

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The numbers

Full spec sheet

Type: Topwater
Length: 69 mm (2.7 in)
Weight: 8.5 g (5/16 oz)
Buoyancy: Sinking
Running depth: 0–0.2 m
Action: Twin-cup splash worked on/just under the surface
Hook size: #8 x2 (BKK FANGS-62UA)
Target species: European Seabass, Bream, Flathead, Striped Bass
Retrieve style: Walk-the-dog or slow sub-surface retrieve
Model: ARGO69

Information

The swimming action

Argo 69 is the compact, sinking model in Apia's Argo topwater pencil line: the same twin-cup nose and magnet weight-transfer system give a splashing wake worked on the surface, but its sinking design also lets it be fished just under the surface, reducing the missed strikes that floating pencils can suffer.

When to throw it

A daytime and low-light topwater and sub-surface bait for seabass and chinu working small baitfish — river mouths, flats and open coast.

How to work it

Walk-the-dog on the surface for the splashing wake, or let it settle and work it just under the surface on a slower retrieve when fish are missing the topwater version.

The setup it likes

Suits a light-to-medium seabass spinning rod (ML power), a 2500-size reel, 8–10 lb fluorocarbon or 0.6–0.8 PE braid with a fluorocarbon leader.

Before you buy

Straight answers

How is it priced?

We aim to beat your local price. We ship direct from Japan, cutting out the overseas middleman, and shipping is shown at checkout before you pay.

When does my order leave Japan?

Orders are packed in Japan and leave within 3–8 business days, tracked. You get a tracking number by email the moment it ships.

How long does delivery take?

Your order leaves Japan in 3–8 business days, tracked. Checkout shows the delivery options for your country, with their price and delivery estimate, before you pay.

Will I be charged import duty or tax?

US import duty is shown as its own line at checkout, before you pay. Your parcel then travels duty-paid, so there is nothing to pay on delivery.

Is it genuine stock?

Yes. Every item is genuine Japanese-market stock, sourced in Japan from an established Japanese wholesaler and shipped straight to you. Never marketplace resellers.