Melton International Tackle is proud to offer the Shimano Lucanus Jigging System, the latest and greatest in deep water jigging from Shimano. Below you will find out what makes the Shimano Lucanus Jigging System special and how it will enable you to catch more fish in your specific locale.

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Shimano Lucanus Jigging Equipment


Shimano Lucanus Jigs

Shimano Lucanus Jigs

Shimano Lucanus Jigs present anglers with a new approach to catching a variety of botom-dwelling fish. Fun and exciting, Shimano's new Lucanus Jigging system incorporates beatle-shaped lures that feature an aerodynamic head design that allows the Lucanus Jigs to sink quickly to the bottom and stabilize the jig upon retrieval.


Shimano Tescata Rods

Shimano Tescata Rods

Shimano Tescata Rods have been built to fish the Shimano Lucanus Jig System. The Shimano Tescata Rods feature a soft rod tip, making bites from bottom dwellers very apparent and allowing fish to actually hook themselves in many instances.


Shimano Calcutta TE 400LJV

Shimano Calcutta TE 400LJV

The Shimano Calcutta TE 400LJV was designed specifically to fish Shimano's Lucanus Jigging System. The Shimano Calcutta TE 400LJV incorporates features that make the Shimano Calcutta TE series reels popular.


Shimano Saragosa F Series Spinning Reels

Shimano Saragosa F Series Spinning Reels

Shimano Saragosa F Series Spinning Reels are sure to be a big hit among jigging and popper fishermen with up to 44 pounds of drag and featureset that includes several key features that has made the Stella model popular through the years.


Shimano Lucanus Jig Keepers

Shimano Lucanus Jig Keepers

Shimano Lucanus Jig Keepers wrap Lucanus Jigs snugly and securely against your rod so that it does not rattle or damage.


Shimano Lucanus Monofilament Wind-On Leaders

Shimano Lucanus Monofilament Wind-On Leaders

Shimano Lucanus Monofilament Wind-On Leaders serve as the connector between braided spectra and the shock leader. The Lucanus Mono Wind-Ons eliminate bulky knots, producing less friction through rod guides and as a result, smoother, longer casts.


Shimano Lucanus Replacement Multiple Hook System

Shimano Lucanus Replacement Multiple Hook System

The Shimano Lucanus Replacement Multiple Hook System consists of two double hook assemblies featuring Owner Hooks.


Shimano Lucanus Replacement Skirts and Trailers

Shimano Lucanus Replacement Skirts and Trailers

Shimano Lucanus Replacement Skirts and Trailers serve as one of the key components of the Shimano Lucanus Jigging System. Made of silicon, each bag contains the proper amount of skirt and trailer material to fit one Lucanus Jig.


Shimano Lucanus Storage Bag

Shimano Lucanus Storage Bag

The Shimano Lucanus Storage Bag is constructed of durable external material and features two internal 3600 sized PVC lure boxes lined with 12 custom cut Shimano Lucanus Jig dividers that separate jig heads from hooks and trailers.