Sunset Prince SW Eging ML 7 5-20g 2sec

Sunset Prince SW Eging ML 7 | The Technical Cephalopod Specialist

The Sunset Prince SW Eging ML (7 5-20g) is a precision instrument designed specifically for the art of Eging (squid and cuttlefish fishing). Unlike standard spinning rods, an Eging rod requires a very specific semi-parabolic action to provide the erratic vertical darting motion to a jig without tearing the delicate tentacles of a cephalopod.

At Gerrys Fishing, we highly recommend the Prince SW for its exceptional visibility and balance. The 7ft length is the tactical choice for quay-side fishing or boat work, where high-speed jig animation and sensitive bite detection are the keys to a full bucket of squid.

Technical Specifications

Key Features & Construction

• Semi-Parabolic Action: This is the heart of an Eging rod. When you whip the rod to make the jig dance, the semi-parabolic blank loads and recovers in a way that creates a natural, predator-triggering movement. During the fight, the rod curves deeply to cushion the pulses of a squid, preventing the hooks from pulling out of their soft flesh.

• Reinforced X Weave Butt: To ensure the rod has enough backbone to cast #4.0 jigs (approx. 20g-25g) and to handle the drag of a large cuttlefish, Sunset has reinforced the butt section with a carbon X weave. This provides stability without adding unnecessary weight.

• Fuji K-Frame Guides: Fine braided lines (often as thin as 0.06mm) are standard in Eging. The Fuji K O Ring guides are essential here, as their tilted frame design sheds potential wind knots instantly, ensuring your session isnt ruined by line tangles.

• High-Visibility Visual Tip: Squid often take the jig on the drop, and the bite is frequently seen before it is felt. The bright white tip with fluorescent orange wraps allows you to track the slightest line movement or tip flicker, even in the low-light conditions when cephalopods are most active.

Where to Use: Recommended Scenarios

• Night Fishing from Quays and Piers: The 7ft length is perfect for working jigs vertically or casting into the light pools under pier lamps where squid congregate.

• Drift Fishing for Cuttlefish: From a boat or kayak, the 5-20g rating is ideal for hopping jigs along the sandy bottom to target cuttlefish.

• Technical Bichi-Bachi Style: The balanced VSS reel seat and double EVA handle are designed for the Japanese Bichi-Bachi techniquea series of aggressive rod jerks followed by a controlled fall.

• Small Boat Eging: The compact 7ft frame is much easier to manage on a boat than traditional 86 Eging rods, especially when netting a large specimen close to the hull.

The Gerrys Fishing Verdict

The Sunset Prince SW is a beautifully balanced rod that punches well above its weight class. It combines the premium feel of Fuji hardware with a blank that is specifically tuned for the unique physics of cephalopod fishing. For the angler who takes their squid fishing seriously, the Prince SW offers the sensitivity and snap required to outfish standard spinning gear.

Gerrys Pro Tip: To get the most out of this rod, use a 2500 size reel and the thinnest braid you are comfortable with (e.g., 0.08mm). The Prince SW is designed to work in harmony with fine lines; the less water resistance your line has, the more life you will be able to breathe into your squid jigs