Missile Mini Swim Jig 5/16oz Junebug

The Missile Mini Swim Jig 5/16oz in Junebug is a compact bass jig built for anglers who want to cover water with a natural, horizontal presentation. Built on a VMC 30-degree vertical line tie hook in 3/0 size, this swim jig pairs the proven silhouette of Missile Baits' popular Mini Flip Jig with a design purpose-built for overhead casting and steady retrieves. The keeled head sits upright in the water column, and those pronounced 3D eyes give the jig presence and profile that bass notice on the pause or the pull.

At 5/16 ounce, this size strikes a balance between casting ease and the weight needed to reach deeper targets or fish in moderate current. The skirt is hand-cut to the same quality standard as the flip jig line, delivering a clean, lifelike appearance that doesn't look bulky or overwrought. Junebug is a classic dark pattern—think dark green and purple tones—that works year-round but especially shines when bass are keyed on crawdads or panfish.

One detail that sets this jig apart is the upgraded keeper system: Missile engineered a super spike keeper to grip soft plastics securely so your trailer stays put through multiple casts and fish contact. That means less frustration retying and more time fishing. Rig it with a small craw or swim-style plastic trailer for a realistic action that appeals to bass in cover, grass, or open water.

Key Features

• VMC 30-degree vertical line tie hook, 3/0 size
• Keeled head design for stable horizontal presentation
• Pronounced 3D eyes for added visibility and appeal
• Hand-cut skirt with fine detail
• Super spike keeper system to secure soft plastic trailers
• Junebug color—a dark green and purple pattern effective year-round
• 5/16 ounce weight for balanced casting and depth control

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What size soft plastic trailer works best with the Mini Swim Jig 5/16oz?

The 5/16 ounce Mini Swim Jig is designed to pair with small trailers—typically 2- to 3-inch soft plastics such as crawfish imitations or swim-style bodies. The compact head and keeper system accommodate a range of presentations without throwing off the jig's horizontal balance.

Can I use this jig in shallow water?

Yes. While the 5/16 ounce weight is versatile, it will still sink. Use it in shallow cover with a slower, steady retrieve to keep it in the strike zone, or cast it to shallow grass and wood and work it horizontally near the surface.

Is the Junebug color good for murky water?

Junebug's dark green and purple tones provide good visibility and silhouette in stained or low-light conditions, making it a solid choice for off-color water or early and late in the day when visibility is reduced.