Daiwa Salt Pro Minnow Purple Back Silver Floating Lure – 5 1/8 in, 7/8 oz, Long Casting

Overview

The Daiwa Salt Pro Minnow Purple Back Silver Floating Lure blends bright color contrast with a lifelike profile, designed to entice a variety of saltwater game fish. Its buoyant body helps keep the lure in the strike zone as you work it through nearshore structure or open-water ambush points, making each cast feel deliberate and effective.

In hand, the lure feels balanced and responsive, inviting a confident, controlled retrieve. The purple back and silver sides catch light and motion, helping the lure stand out in a range of water conditions—from clear to slightly stained—without requiring dramatic effort from you. This is a lure you can trust to cover water and hold rhythm as you explore different depths and targets.

Key design and action

Salt Pro Minnows are built for a fast, ripping retrieve that produces an erratic side-to-side swimming action. This movement is designed to announce presence and draw predator attention, prompting quick reactions from striking fish. The action is supported by a weight transfer system that aids longer, more accurate casts, letting you place the lure where you want it most and hold confidence through the line’s tension.

The lure features a realistic scale pattern and 3-D eyes to enhance its lifelike appearance, while heavy-duty saltwater hooks provide dependable hookups when a fish commits. All of these elements come together to offer a compelling balance of form and function without requiring exotic techniques.

What to expect on the water

• Long casts reach distant structures and potential ambush zones with ease
• Erratic, side-to-side action helps trigger bites during a fast retrieve
• Realistic visuals and buoyant design keep the lure visible in various water colors

Whether you’re working the shallows, chasing around pilings, or probing rocky bottoms, this lure is designed to adapt to your cadence while offering a credible, action-filled presentation that can accompany a broad range of tactics.

Key specifications at a glance

• Depth: 3 feet
• Color: purple back silver
• Length: 5 1/8 inches
• Weight: 7/8 ounce
• Hook: #1 heavy-duty saltwater

Usage tips

• Start with a steady, moderate pace to establish the lure’s rhythm
• Experiment with short pops and longer retrieves to test predator behavior
• Rinse after saltwater use and store in a dry place to extend life