HAL Taphios S

$12.36 USD

HAL Taphios S

$12.36 USD

Leaves Japan in 3–8 business days

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Length70 mm (2.8 in)
Depth0–0.5 m
TypeMinnow

Description

The HAL Taphios S is a shallow-range small minnow from HAL's KET line, built with a flat side and flat belly for a subtle presentation that doesn't spook wary fish. The S version carries a built-in tungsten weight, giving it standout casting distance for a lure in the 7 cm class, and it automatically adjusts its wobble to match the strength of the current.

It's designed to be worked on a steady retrieve through harbours, rivers, tidal flats and reefs, targeting fish holding up near the surface. HAL positions it as a reliable first-contact lure for structure games in harbours as well as shallow-water sessions in rivers and tidal flats.

Shipping & returns

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The numbers

Full spec sheet

Type: Minnow
Length: 70 mm (2.8 in)
Buoyancy: Sinking
Running depth: 0–0.5 m
Action: Automatic wobble that adjusts to current strength; built-in tungsten weight adds cast distance
Target species: European Seabass, Bream, Flathead, Striped Bass
Retrieve style: Steady retrieve

Information

The swimming action

The same flat-sided, flat-bellied body carries a built-in tungsten weight for extra casting range, and its wobble automatically adjusts to the strength of the current. Being a sinker, it settles and can be worked through the water column rather than sitting up on the surface.

When to throw it

A first-contact lure for harbour structure games and shallow river or tidal-flat sessions, where seabass are holding tight to walls, weed edges or current seams in skinny water.

How to work it

Fish it on a steady retrieve through harbours, rivers, tidal flats and reefs, keeping it working just under the surface where seabass are holding.

The setup it likes

A 7-8ft L-ML seabass spinning rod, a 2500 reel with PE 0.6-0.8 or 6-8lb nylon main line, and a 6-8lb fluorocarbon leader suits this size of minnow.

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.