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Deep Drop Weights

Deep Drop Weights

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Deep Drop Weights for Serious Bottom Fishing

Deep drop weights are the foundation of any bottom rig targeting tilefish, grouper, swordfish, and other deep-dwelling species. When you're fishing 500 to 1,500+ feet down, the weight you choose determines how fast you reach bottom, how much current pushes your rig off target, and whether your eyelet survives repeated trips through the water column. These hand-poured lead weights hold a consistent 1.5-inch diameter across all sizes from 1 to 10 pounds, giving you a narrow profile that cuts through current better than wider alternatives. The deep-seated brass eyelets won't pull free under the pressure of heavy electric reel retrieves. Built by Epic Fishing Co. in the Carolinas and trusted by charter captains running deep drop trips from Hatteras to the Florida Keys.
  • 1.5" diameter across all 8 sizes for a narrow, current-cutting profile
  • Deep-seated brass eyelets that hold under heavy electric reel loads
  • 8 sizes from 1-10 lb to match any depth and current condition

Read our Sinker Weight Guide to match the right size to your depth

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Hit the Bottom First, Every Time

Deep drop fishing is a race to the bottom. You're sending rigs 600, 800, sometimes 1,200 feet straight down while current pushes your line sideways the entire way. A fat, bulky sinker catches more current, drifts further from your target zone, and takes longer to reach the fish. That's time and money on a charter, and missed bites on your own boat.

These weights solve that problem with a narrow 1.5-inch diameter that stays consistent whether you're dropping a 2-pounder for black sea bass or a 10-pounder for deep tilefish. The hand-poured construction means no air pockets, no weak spots, and no wobble on the drop. Each eyelet is deep-seated brass - not pressed-in wire loops that pull out when your electric reel is hauling 10 pounds of lead plus a golden tilefish from 900 feet.

Charter captains from Morehead City to Miami run these weights because they work and they last. We moved 1,074 units last summer alone - that's not marketing, that's repeat customers re-ordering because the weights come back ready for the next drop. Hand-poured in North and South Carolina by Epic Fishing Co., the same crew building the rigs and lights you're already running.

1.5" Narrow Diameter

Every size from 1lb to 10lb holds the same 1.5-inch diameter. That narrow profile cuts through lateral current instead of catching it like wider bank sinkers. On a 1,000-foot drop in moderate Gulf Stream current, you'll notice significantly less line bow and faster bottom contact.

Deep-Seated Brass Eyelets

The eyelets are cast directly into the lead pour - not crimped, not pressed in after the fact. Brass resists saltwater corrosion and holds its shape under the sustained load of electric reel retrieves pulling 6-10 pounds of lead from 800+ feet. No pulled eyelets, no lost weights.

Hand-Poured, Zero Air Pockets

Machine-molded weights trap air pockets that create weak points and inconsistent drops. These are hand-poured one at a time in the Carolinas, inspected for density, and shipped ready to fish. The 10lb weight measures 15-1/16 inches long - dense, straight, and balanced for a clean vertical drop.

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How to Rig Deep Drop Weights

  1. Choose your weight based on depth and current. Start with 3-5 lb for 300-600 feet, 6-8 lb for 600-1,000 feet, and 8-10 lb for 1,000+ feet or heavy current.
  2. Attach the weight to the bottom of your deep drop rig using a snap swivel or loop knot through the bottom brass eyelet.
  3. Clip an LED deep drop light above the weight - tilefish and snowy grouper respond to green and white light at depth.
  4. Connect your rig to the mainline on your electric reel. Spool out and let the weight do the work - the narrow diameter will track straight down with minimal drift.
  5. When you feel bottom, reel up 2-3 cranks to keep the rig just off the substrate. Set your rod and wait for the bite.

Specs & Common Questions

Everything you need to know before you buy

Full Specifications +
Sizes Available 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 lb
Diameter 1.5 inches (all sizes)
Material Hand-poured lead
Eyelets Deep-seated brass (top and bottom)
Construction Hand-poured, individually inspected
Made In North/South Carolina, USA
Vendor Epic Fishing Co.
Compatible Reels Electric and conventional deep drop reels
Target Species Tilefish, grouper, snowy grouper, swordfish, black sea bass
Which size deep drop weight do I need? +
Match weight to depth and current. For 300-600 feet in light current, 3-5 lb works. For 600-1,000 feet or moderate current, go 6-8 lb. Over 1,000 feet or heavy current, use 8-10 lb. When in doubt, go heavier.
What species can I target with deep drop weights? +
Golden tilefish, blueline tilefish, snowy grouper, black sea bass, queen snapper, barrelfish, and daytime swordfish at 1,000-1,800 feet.
Deep drop weights vs bank sinkers? +
Bank sinkers are wider and rounder, catching more current on deep drops. These hold a consistent 1.5-inch diameter across all sizes for a narrow profile that tracks straighter past 300 feet.
Are these compatible with electric reels? +
Yes. The deep-seated brass eyelets handle sustained electric reel retrieves from 500-1,500 feet. They're cast directly into the lead pour, not pressed in.
How deep can I fish with these weights? +
As deep as your line and reel allow. Charter captains fish these from 300 feet to 1,800 feet. For extreme depths past 1,200 feet, use the 8 or 10 lb size.
Do I need deep drop lights with these weights? +
For tilefish and snowy grouper at 600+ feet, yes. Green and white LEDs attract bait and draw target species to your rig.
What rigs work best with deep drop weights? +
Chicken rigs (multi-hook vertical rigs) are the standard for tilefish and grouper. Pre-tied deep drop rigs or stiff rig hooksets both work great.
Lead vs tungsten for deep dropping? +
Lead is still the standard. Tungsten is denser but 3-5x the cost. At 800 feet over rocky bottom where you lose weights to snags, lead makes more sense.
How do I store deep drop weights? +
Lead doesn't corrode easily. Keep them in a bucket, weight bag, or tackle box. Rinse with freshwater after trips to keep the brass eyelets clean.