Tungsten is much denser than lead or brass, so a small amount sinks very quickly and can be moulded into a custom shape. Sold in small packs (e.g., 15 g) in colours such as brown, green or Black to match lakebed conditions. It’s used as a “rig putty” — a small, moulded weight that pins your hooklink to the lakebed, balances pop‑up baits and helps the rig sit naturally.
How it’s used
- Pinch a small amount of putty and shape it around your swivel, hooklink, or bait stop. The putty’s elasticity makes it easy to press into place.
- For pop‑up baits, the putty can be positioned to counterbalance the rig, keeping the bait at the correct depth and angle.
- Because of tungsten’s density, the rig drops quickly to the bottom, reducing the chance of fish detecting the bait before it reaches the feeding zone.
- Once in place, the putty adheres and hardens slightly in water, keeping the rig stable on the lakebed.
- You can trim excess with scissors for precise balance, or mix colours for camouflage in weedy or silted waters.
Benefits
- Fast sinking in weedy, muddy, or murky water AliExpress.
- Snag‑free presentation by avoiding the need for heavy lead shot.
- Versatility for different presentations and lakebed conditions
