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Fishing Jigs & Spinnerbaits

Shop Fishing Jigs & Spinnerbaits

Some days, the fish sit tight to structure and won't move for anything subtle. Other days, they're spread out and actively feeding, and a slow presentation never gets a look. Working both ends of that spectrum effectively means carrying more than one lure style. 

A fishing jig and a spinnerbait cover that gap between them, each suited to a different retrieve and a different mood in the fish. At H. Rehfisch & Co., six generations of family ownership have given us the product knowledge to help you pick the right one for the water you're fishing. Order online with fast Australia-wide shipping, or visit our Ballarat store and talk it through with staff who fish this gear themselves.
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Fishing Jig or Spinnerbait: What's the Difference?

A fishing jig usually combines a weighted head and hook with a skirt, soft plastic or bucktail dressing. Working along the bottom can create a hopping or darting action that mimics injured prey. 

A spinnerbait works differently. Its wire frame carries a spinning blade above a skirted hook, throwing flash and vibration through the water on every retrieve. Both reach fish that hardbody fishing lures struggle with, particularly around timber and weed edges, where a straight retrieve gets you snagged in a hurry.

Why Anglers Reach for a Spinnerbait First

When the water's dirty or the fish are aggressive, a spinnerbait earns its spot on the line before anything else. The blade's vibration helps fish locate the lure in low visibility, and the skirt gives predators something solid to commit to. Spinnerbaits also cover a lot of water fast, which matters if you're working a long stretch of bank rather than picking apart one snag at a time. 

Want something more subtle? Our range of fly fishing lures covers the finesse end, but for reaction bites in coloured water, few options beat a well-chosen spinnerbait. When you’re ready to buy a spinnerbait, match the blade profile and weight to the visibility, depth and retrieve speed you’ll be fishing.

Choosing the Right Fishing Jig or Spinnerbait for Your Target Species

Jig weight and blade size both come down to depth, current and what you're chasing. Lighter fishing jigs, around 3 to 7 grams, suit bream and bass in shallow, clear water, while heavier jigs in the 14 to 28 gram range get down fast in deep impoundments or strong current. Spinnerbait blade choice comes down to water clarity, retrieve speed and the amount of flash or vibration you need. Colorado blades produce a stronger thump at slower speeds, while willow blades offer more flash and less resistance for faster retrieves.

We stock quality fishing jigs across every weight range, from bream sizes through to heavy cod and barra profiles. Whatever you choose, pair it with a rod that has the backbone to set the hook and a reel with enough drag for a hard first run. Browse our fishing rods and fishing reels ranges to match the right gear to your lure.

Build Out Your Complete Tackle Setup

A jig or spinnerbait only works if it lands in front of a fish, so knowing where to cast matters as much as what you tie on. Before shopping for fishing jigs online, think about the depth, structure and target species you’ll be fishing. Our fish finders range helps you read structure, depth and bait schools before your first cast, cutting down the guesswork on unfamiliar water. 

If you switch styles depending on conditions, our fly-fishing and fly-fishing rods collections round out a kit for still, subtle presentations as well as the reaction bites spinnerbaits draw. For everything else, from line to landing nets, our full fishing shop is stocked and ready.

Shop Fishing Jigs and Spinnerbaits at H. Rehfisch & Co.

Rehfisch & Co. has been family-owned for six generations, and that history counts for something practical: long-standing relationships with tackle suppliers that keep our shelves stocked with proven fishing jigs for sale and a spinnerbait for sale range, not just whatever's easiest to source. 

Our staff can talk you through blade action, jig weight and colour selection based on the water you're fishing, not what's trending that week. That's the product knowledge people come back for, backed by after-sale advice if a lure isn't performing the way you expected.

Ready to buy a fishing jig or order a spinnerbait online? Shop with fast Australia-wide shipping, or visit our Ballarat store and let our staff help you choose the right lure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best retrieve speed for a spinnerbait?

Start with a steady, moderate retrieve and let the blade do the work. Slow it down in cold water when fish are less active, and speed up in warmer months when they're chasing baitfish aggressively. Bumping the blade off timber or rock on the way past often triggers a reaction strike from a fish sitting tight to cover.

Can I use a fishing jig in saltwater?

Yes, provided the hook, head and hardware are corrosion-resistant. Many jig heads are built specifically for saltwater species like flathead, snapper and mulloway, with stronger hooks to handle bigger fish and rougher structure. Always rinse gear after saltwater use to protect the finish and hook point.

What colour spinnerbait should I use in muddy water?

Darker colours with a bold silhouette, like black or dark purple, tend to show up better in low visibility since fish key in on vibration and outline rather than fine detail. Bright blade finishes, such as nickel or gold, add flash, while the blade's vibration helps fish detect the lure in low visibility.

How deep should I fish a jig?

Match the jig weight to the depth and current you're working in. A lighter jig falls slowly and suits shallow water or a slow presentation along the bottom. Heavier jigs get down quickly in deep impoundments or rivers with strong flow, keeping you in the strike zone longer instead of drifting past it.

What's the difference between a Colorado and a willow blade on a spinnerbait?

Colorado blades are rounder and spin with more resistance, producing stronger vibration at slower speeds, useful in murky water or cold conditions. Willow blades are longer and narrower, spinning faster with more flash and less resistance, better suited to clearer water and faster retrieves for actively feeding fish.
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