Maria - Legato 165F
About this lure
The LEGATO F165 is a downsized floating stick bait built for coastal waters where kingfish, tuna and other migratory predators are cautious and selective. At 165mm and 50g, it pairs perfectly with PE3–4 tackle, delivering tight flashing action on high-speed retrieves that imitates fast-moving baitfish like flying fish.
- High-speed retrieve action – keeps drawing strikes from cautious fish
- Downsized body – ideal match for PE3–4 setups
- Magnet weight moving system – long, accurate casts with stable posture
- Tight flashing swim – imitates rapid baitfish that predators target
- Dimple side design – creates irregular slides to trigger bites
- Versatile conditions – effective in calm seas, bright light and low activity fish
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Length | 165mm |
| Weight | 50g (floating, with hooks & rings) |
| Type | Floating |
| Recommended hooks | Treble #1/0 (Owner ST66), Single 2.5–3.5g (#3/0–#4/0) |
| Recommended ring | Maria Fighters Ring OVAL #6 |
How to fish the Maria - Legato 165F
Big Kev's Tips
How to work it
Cast the Legato 165F on PE3-4 tackle and work it on high-speed retrieves to trigger strikes from cautious kingfish, tuna and other migratory predators.
The tight flashing action and dimple side design create irregular slides that imitate fast-moving baitfish like flying fish, drawing response even when fish are selective.
The 50g weight and magnet system deliver stable posture and long, accurate casts in coastal waters. Fish it on or near the surface across a range of conditions-calm seas, bright light, and low-activity periods all suit this lure.
Pair it with treble #1/0 hooks (Vanfook) or single 2.5-3.5g hooks (#3/0-#4/0) and Maria Fighters Ring OVAL #6 for reliable hookups.
Which colour, and when
B01H (001)Natural sardine profile that matches clear-water baitfish in bright daylight.
B13H (003)Blue and silver flash for clear water and strong overhead light.
B24D (004)Natural sardine profile that matches clear-water baitfish in bright daylight.
B37H (006)Pink and silver flash that stays visible and draws strikes across a range of light conditions.
B28C (008)Ghost profile that reads as a subtle, translucent baitfish in calm, clear conditions.
B08H (009)Pink and silver flash that stays visible and draws strikes across a range of light conditions.
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