Originally developed and refined in Japan, the Horizon Head Jig series was built around one simple goal: creating the most natural, horizontal presentation possible. Designed with mid strolling in mind, these jigheads help anglers keep their soft plastics level in the water column while producing subtle action that pressured fish struggle to ignore. Whether you’re fishing clear water, targeting suspended bass, or dialing in a finesse presentation, the Horizon Head lineup offers a purpose-built option for nearly every scenario.
Why a Horizontal Presentation Matters
When bass are feeding on baitfish, posture is everything. A soft plastic that tracks nose-up or tail-down can look unnatural, especially in clear water or under heavy fishing pressure. The Horizon Head solves this by distributing weight along the shank of the hook rather than concentrating it in the nose. This design allows your bait to swim and fall horizontally, closely mimicking the posture of a real baitfish.
That horizontal posture shines during mid strolling, when anglers want to keep a bait gliding naturally through the water column instead of sinking too quickly or rolling awkwardly. It’s equally effective when slow-rolling a bait through suspended fish or letting it pendulum back to the boat.
Horizon Head: The Versatile Starting Point
The original Horizon Head is the most versatile option in the lineup and a great starting point for anglers new to this style of fishing. Equipped with an ultra-sharp Gamakatsu round bend jig hook featuring the Nano Alpha finish, it excels with a wide range of soft plastics—from small swimbaits to finesse minnows.
With weight distributed down the hook shank, the Horizon Head keeps your bait level whether it’s swimming or falling. This makes it ideal for shallow to mid-depth applications when fish want a subtle, natural look. Available in sizes from 3/64 to 3/32 ounce with hook sizes from 1/0 to 3/0, it pairs well with spinning gear and light line when finesse is key.
Horizon Head LG: Built for Mid and Deep Strolling
When fish are deeper or suspended over open water, the Horizon Head LG is the tool for the job. Designed specifically for mid and deep strolling, the LG features a Tournament Grade Wire (TGW) hook that’s thinner, stronger, and sharper than standard wire, while still maintaining the Nano Alpha finish.
The LG version adds a larger gap hook and a refined hook tip angle, improving hookup percentages when fish swipe at your bait from behind. Its center of gravity is tuned to create a subtle rolling action on the retrieve, adding just enough movement to trigger bites without overpowering the presentation. Available in sizes from 1/8 to 1/5 ounce, the Horizon Head LG allows anglers to maintain control and depth while still presenting a natural-looking bait.
Horizon Head LG Weedless: Confidence Around Cover
For anglers who want the same mid-strolling performance but need to fish around cover, the Horizon Head LG Weedless fills the gap. This version features the same larger gap TGW Nano Alpha hook as the LG, but adds a titanium weedguard molded directly into the head.
The weedguard is designed to deflect grass, brush, and light cover without compromising hooking ratios, giving anglers confidence to fish areas they might otherwise avoid. It’s an excellent choice when bass are suspended near standing timber, dock edges, or submerged vegetation and still demand a finesse approach.
Horizon Head SN: Ultra-Finesse for Tough Conditions
When bites are scarce and fish demand the most natural presentation possible, the Horizon Head SN steps in. Weighing just 1/96 ounce, this ultra-light jighead excels in super tough conditions, allowing your bait to glide and hover almost effortlessly.
Like the rest of the lineup, it features the Nano Alpha coating for increased slickness and corrosion resistance, along with an ultra-sharp Gamakatsu hook. The SN is ideal for clear water, highly pressured fisheries, or situations where downsizing is the only way to get bit.
The Advantage of Nano Alpha
Across the entire Horizon Head series, the Nano Alpha finish plays a critical role. It’s 2X slicker for improved hooking ratios and 4X more corrosion resistant than traditional finishes, ensuring consistent performance and long-lasting sharpness.
Together, the Horizon Head jigs give anglers a refined system for presenting soft plastics naturally at any depth. From shallow finesse to deep mid strolling and cover-focused applications, this lineup helps anglers match the conditions and keep their bait looking exactly like the real thing.