Gatsby

Handmade in the NW. Deadly Everywhere.

The Gatsby is Slay J’s Tackle’s signature handmade trout jig—crafted in the Pacific Northwest for anglers who demand precision, durability, and proven fish-catching performance. Built for twitching under a float or working through current seams, the Gatsby combines premium tying materials with a compact jig head to entice trout, steelhead, and salmon in rivers, creeks, and lakes across the U.S. Tied on a stout 2X-strong Owner hook, this is a small jig designed for big fish.

Key Features

• Handmade Quality — Individually tied in the Pacific Northwest for consistent performance.

• Premium Owner Hooks — 2X-strong 2/0 Owner hooks provide reliable penetration and strength.

• Twitch-Ready Design — Built specifically for float-twitching techniques.

• Natural Fiber Dressing — Realistic breathing action in current; maintains profile when paused.

• Fish Three Ways — Fish bare, add scent, or tip with bait depending on conditions.

• Multiple Weight Options — Offered in 1/8 oz and 1/4 oz to match flow rates and depth.

Specs Table

Color Variants: Multiple color patterns

Best Use & Conditions

• • Target Species: Trout, steelhead, salmon.

  • Techniques:

    • Float Fishing: Use under a fixed or sliding float; twitch to trigger strikes.

    • Drift Fishing: Maintain a drift 12–18" above the bottom.

    • Tipped Presentations: Add worm, shrimp, or scent for extra attraction.

  • Ideal Scenarios:

    • Cold-water rivers and mountain streams

    • Steelhead runs in winter/spring

    • Trout in clear or lightly stained water

    • Salmon tributary fishing in the Pacific Northwest

Rigging & Tips

• • Set up a sliding float for deep runs or a fixed float for shallow pockets.

  • Keep the jig traveling just above bottom—12–18" is ideal for steelhead and trout.

  • Use short, rhythmic twitches to activate fibers and trigger predatory responses.

  • Match jig weight to water speed:

    • 1/8 oz: Low flow, shallow pools

    • 1/4 oz: Faster current, deeper runs

Brand Origin & Story

• • Slay J’s Tackle is owned and operated by Adriel J. Willis, known for producing the “fishiest handmade jigs in the NW.”

  • Every jig is tied by hand with passion and unmatched attention to detail.

  • The brand is part of the Independent American Crafter community—small-batch, locally made, and designed by active anglers.

Pack Count / Variants

• • Sold Individually

  • Weights: 1/8 oz, 1/4 oz

  • Colors: Multiple patterns

Care & Storage

• • Rinse after fishing, especially if used in brackish water.

  • Allow fibers to dry fully before storage to maintain shape.

  • Store in a small jig box to prevent crushing the dressing.