Nickel Head Series 1oz

The Joe Shute Nickel Series is designed for the angler who demands both aesthetic brilliance and tournament-grade performance. By replacing the traditional lead finish with a striking nickel-plated head, these lures provide an extra layer of flash that mimics the mirror-like scales of a panicked baitfish—a massive advantage in high-visibility blue water.

Premium Flash Meets Heavyweight Performance

While the Nickel Series offers a high-end look, it retains the core DNA that has made Joe Shute a staple for over 25 years. These heads are meticulously weighted to ensure they sink to the strike zone and stay there. Unlike lighter, flashier imitations, the Nickel Series tracks with a stable, upright profile that prevents line twist and keeps your ballyhoo looking alive at various trolling speeds.

The Choice of Elite Charter Captains

From the canyons of New York to the Gulf Stream of South Florida, the Nickel Series has become a go-to for professional captains who need their spread to stand out.

• High-Vis Presentation: The nickel finish creates a "strobe" effect under the sun, calling in Tuna, Mahi-Mahi, and Wahoo from great distances.

• Hand-Tied Quality: Each lure features our signature hand-tied hair and Mylar accents, built to survive the violent strikes of pelagic predators.

• Versatile Rigging: Perfect for use as a ballyhoo skirt or as a standalone attractor in a larger trolling spread.

Featured Nickel Series Selections

The Joe Shute 1oz Nickel Series is the heavy hitter of the lineup. This 1oz head is essential for the deep-line or long-haul positions, ensuring your bait stays below the surface turbulence where the largest Bigeye and Bluefin Tuna are known to hunt.

For a more versatile, mid-spread option, the Joe Shute 3oz Nickel Series offers the perfect balance of weight and action. It is the ideal size for a standard large ballyhoo, providing enough weight to track straight in a choppy sea while maintaining a sleek, fast profile.

The Joe Shute 1oz Nickel Series is your "stealth" weapon. Use this 1oz version on your long-riggers for a lighter presentation that maximizes the natural swimming action of your bait, making it a favorite for Yellowfin Tuna and White Marlin.