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HOTS Keiko Ocean

The “HOTS Keiko Ocean” is a high-quality natural wood plug, developed by Kei Hiramatsu, one of the most famous Japanese offshore and big-game anglers. Each individual lure is handcrafted by Hideyuki Tanaka, one of Japan’s most renowned masters of handcrafted artificial lures. Natural materials. Precise action. Maximum catchability. The KEIKO OCEAN is made of a highly buoyant natural wood with extremely low variation in specific gravity. This carefully selected material ensures consistent action, excellent balance and exceptionally natural lure movement. Versatile action for changing conditions

• Jerking The lure darts crisply to the left and right just below the surface
• Evenly collected Creates distinct pressure waves and an enticing wobbling action directly below the water’s surface
• Stop phase The plug remains stable in a vertical position an attraction that predators can hardly resist.
• 2 versions Weight: 100g – 23cm & 170g – 26cm
• Recommended hook size: 23cm – Heavy Wire 4/0 or 5/0 26cm – Heavy Wire 5/0 or 6/0

This versatility makes the KEIKO OCEAN extremely effective, especially with wary or hunting-weary fish. Handcrafted by a master craftsman each piece is unique Thanks to the handcrafted production by Hideyuki Tanaka, each lure possesses:

• Precise weight and buoyancy balance
• Consistent, reproducible action
• High stability despite natural material
• A unique, vibrant lure performance

Ideal for demanding topwater and subsurface fishing The KEIKO OCEAN is perfectly suited for:

• Tuna at the surface
• GT (Giant Trevally)
• Large predators in the offshore and coastal areas
• Situations where natural presentation makes the difference

Your benefits at a glance

• Developed by Kei Hiramatsu
• Handcrafted by master lure maker Hideyuki Tanaka
• High-buoyancy natural wood plug
• Stable vertical position when stopped
• Perfect balance for jerks & smooth pull
• Each unit is a handmade, unique piece.