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The standard SoCal surface iron
The Tady 45 Surface Iron is the iron most Southern California anglers tie on first when yellowtail are feeding on top. At about 3 oz and 6¼ inches, it's the longest Tady surface iron and sits in the middle of the lineup for weight: heavy enough to cast well, light enough to stay in the upper water column. On a steady wind it tracks straight and swims with a tight side-to-side kick.
Why anglers reach for the Tady 45
- Proven swimming action: Kicks side to side on a straight, steady retrieve. No rod work needed.
- Long-casting size: About 3 oz and 6¼ inches, easy to work on an 8'–9' jig stick.
- Treble hook: The traditional surface-iron setup. The Chrome Blue Single Tuna Hook color comes with a single hook.
- Color range: The widest color selection of any Tady iron we carry, from natural sardine patterns to crackle, chrome and holographic finishes.
How to fish the Tady 45
Cast past feeding fish or working birds, wait a couple of seconds, then wind at a steady medium-fast speed in high gear with the rod tip pointed down. Don't pump the rod; the iron makes its own action. If fish follow without biting, speed up before you slow down. Every iron swims a little differently, so if one isn't getting bit while fish are around, tie on another.
- Straight burn: Steady wind, rod tip down, no pauses.
- Burn and drop: After 15–20 cranks, drop the rod tip and let the iron flutter for a few seconds, then wind again. Most strikes come on the first cranks after the drop.
- Bird-working: Cast beyond diving birds and retrieve through the bait.
Best for
- Species: Yellowtail, bonito, barracuda, calico bass, tuna and white seabass.
- Forage: Sardines, anchovies and similar-size baitfish.
- Conditions: Light to moderate wind with fish feeding near the surface.
- Gear: 8'–9' jig stick with a high-gear conventional reel; 65 lb braid with a 3–6 foot top shot of 30–40 lb monofilament, or straight 30–40 lb mono.
Specifications
- Brand: Tady Lures
- Model: Tady 45
- Type: Surface iron jig
- Weight: Approximately 2.9–3 oz (varies slightly by finish)
- Length: 6¼ in.
- Hook: Treble (single tuna hook on colors labeled Single Tuna Hook)
Choose your color
Start with Blue White, Mint or Mint White. Use Scrambled Egg when fish are on sardines or in greener water, and a mackerel pattern when the bait is large. Pricing and availability vary by finish and are shown with each color option.
Compare other Tady irons
- Tady 4/0 Sr. Light: about half an ounce heavier and longer, for casting into wind or matching bigger bait.
- Tady 4/0 Light: a smaller, lighter surface iron with a single fixed hook for calm water and 30–40 lb line.
- Fish holding 15–30 feet down? Switch to a yo-yo iron such as the Tady AA.
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Full technique guide: How to Fish the Tady 45 for SoCal Yellowtail.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Tady 45 weigh?
About 2.9 to 3 oz depending on the finish, with a 6¼-inch body.
Does the Tady 45 come with a treble or single hook?
The standard Tady 45 comes with a treble hook. Colors labeled Single Tuna Hook come with a single hook.
What line should I use?
Use 65 lb braid with a 3–6 foot top shot of 30–40 lb monofilament, or straight 30–40 lb mono. A 30–40 lb fluorocarbon leader also works.
How fast should I retrieve it?
Start medium-fast in high gear with the rod tip down and keep the speed up through the whole retrieve. A slow iron gets followed instead of eaten.
Should I choose the Tady 45 or the 4/0 Sr. Light?
Choose the 45 for most surface fishing on sardine-size bait in light to moderate wind. Choose the 4/0 Sr. Light when you need more casting weight or a bigger profile.
Heavy 4/0 power when fish stay deep
The Tady Lure Yo Yo 4/0 Iron is the heavy deep-water jig Southern California and Baja anglers reach for when yellowtail, tuna, white seabass and other pelagics are holding below the surface. At approximately 5.9 oz and 5¾ inches long, it's the heaviest Tady we carry. It sinks fast, cuts through current and produces the erratic high-speed yo-yo action that triggers reaction strikes.
Not to be confused with the Tady 4/0 Light or 4/0 Sr. Light, which are surface irons.
Why anglers carry the 4/0 Heavy
- 5.9 oz heavy weight: Gets down quickly and stays workable in current and deep water.
- Large 4/0 profile: Matches larger forage such as mackerel and sardines.
- Fast yo-yo action: Built for a quick, steady retrieve from depth.
- Proven Tady shape: Creates the flash and erratic kick that deep-feeding predators respond to.
- Chrome and painted finishes: A wide range of colors, from natural baitfish patterns to glow and holographic finishes.
- Hook options: Treble hook as standard, plus the Glow White Single (White Seabass) option.
- Hand-crafted in the USA: Built for repeated use on demanding saltwater trips.
How to fish the Tady 4/0
Drop the iron to the depth where fish are holding, or send it toward the bottom when conditions allow. Then engage the reel and wind fast and steadily. The heavy body creates the action as it climbs, while the weight helps the jig reach deep fish and stay effective when current is moving.
- Deep-water yo-yo: Drop, engage and retrieve quickly through the strike zone.
- Offshore banks and high spots: Keep the jig moving around deep structure where fish stack up.
- Baja and island trips: Use the 4/0 when fish will not come up to a surface presentation.
Best for
- Species: Yellowtail, tuna, white seabass, grouper and other deep-water fish.
- Depth: Deep structure, offshore banks, high spots and current-swept water.
- Forage: Larger baitfish such as mackerel and sardines.
- Technique: Fast, steady yo-yo retrieve from depth.
Specifications
- Brand: Tady Lures
- Model: 4/0 Heavy Yo-Yo Iron
- Weight: Approximately 5.9 oz (varies slightly by finish)
- Length: 5¾ in.
- Hook: Treble, plus Glow White Single (White Seabass)
- Primary region: Southern California, Northern Baja, Baja Mexico and the offshore Pacific
Choose your color
Use the color selector to compare the current 4/0 finishes, including Scrambled Egg, Mint, Blue White, Mint Silver, Glow White, Chrome, Dorado, Glow White Single and specialty holographic and photo-finish options. Pricing and availability vary by finish.
Compare other Tady irons
- Tady A2: about 4–4.3 oz, the lighter step down when fish aren't as deep.
- Tady AA: about 3.6 oz, the most versatile Tady yo-yo iron for mid-depth fish.
- Tady 45 Surface Iron: pair it with the 4/0 Heavy to cover fish on top and fish holding deep.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Tady 4/0 Heavy weigh?
The Tady 4/0 Heavy weighs approximately 5.9 oz and measures about 5¾ inches long.
Is the 4/0 Heavy the same as the 4/0 Light?
No. The 4/0 Light (about 2.6–2.8 oz) and 4/0 Sr. Light (about 3.5–3.7 oz) are surface irons. The 4/0 Heavy is a 5.9 oz yo-yo iron for fish holding deep.
What line and leader should I use?
A common heavy-iron setup uses 50–65 lb braid with a 40–60 lb fluorocarbon or monofilament leader, adjusted for the structure, current and fish you are targeting.
Which hook option should I choose?
Choose a standard treble-hook color for the traditional 4/0 presentation. Choose Glow White Single (White Seabass) when you want the single-hook option for white seabass fishing.
What retrieve works best?
Drop to depth, engage the reel and wind fast and steadily through the strike zone. The heavy profile creates its erratic kick as it climbs.
A fuller body with a softer flutter
The Tady Lure 9 Iron is about 3.5 to 3.6 oz and 4½ inches with a treble hook. Its body is fuller than the Tady AA or A2, so it flutters more softly on the drop instead of knifing straight down. It works cast and retrieved or yo-yo style, and it's a good choice jigged just off the bottom for a wide range of fish. Hand-crafted in the USA.
Why anglers reach for the Tady 9
- Fuller body: A softer, slower flutter on the drop than the AA or A2.
- 3.5–3.6 oz, 4½ inches: A mid-weight iron in a slightly shorter package.
- Cast or yo-yo: Works on a cast-and-wind retrieve or dropped and wound back from depth.
- Off-bottom jigging: A good choice worked just off the bottom around reef and structure.
- Treble hook: The traditional iron hook setup.
- Hand-crafted in the USA: Built with the consistency expected from Tady Lures.
How to fish the Tady 9
- Yo-yo: Drop to the depth where fish are marking, engage the reel and wind fast and steady back through the strike zone.
- Off the bottom: Drop to the bottom, lift and let the iron flutter back down, keeping it near structure.
- Cast and wind: When fish come up, cast past them and wind steadily with the rod tip down.
Best for
- Species: Yellowtail, calico bass, white seabass, rockfish and lingcod.
- Water: Kelp, rocky reef and bottom structure.
- Use case: When fish want a slower, softer fall rather than a jig that drops straight down.
Specifications
- Brand: Tady Lures
- Model: 9 Iron
- Type: Yo-yo and casting iron jig
- Weight: Approximately 3.5–3.6 oz (varies slightly by finish)
- Length: 4½ in.
- Profile: Fuller body than the AA and A2
- Hook: Treble
- Construction: Hand-crafted in the USA
Choose your color
Use the color selector to compare the Green Sardine, Chrome Blue, Blue White, Scrambled Egg, Dorado, Chrome, Mint White and Chrome Blue with Glow Back finishes. Current pricing and availability are shown with each option.
Compare other Tady irons
- Tady AA: slimmer and slightly longer at 4¾ inches, the most versatile Tady yo-yo iron.
- Tady A2: heavier at about 4–4.3 oz, for getting down fast in current.
- Tady TLC: the most compact Tady iron, heavy for its size.
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Fishing rockfish and lingcod? See our rockfish and lingcod jig guide.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Tady 9 weigh?
About 3.5 to 3.6 oz depending on the finish, with a 4½-inch body.
How is the Tady 9 different from the AA and A2?
The Tady 9 has a fuller body, so it flutters more softly on the drop. The Tady AA is slimmer and more versatile, and the Tady A2 is heavier and gets down faster.
Is the Tady 9 a fast-sinking jig?
No. Its fuller body gives it a softer, slower fall than the AA or A2. If you need to get down fast in current, use the A2 or the TLC.
What fish can I target with the Tady 9?
Yellowtail, calico bass, white seabass, rockfish, lingcod and other fish that hold around kelp, reef and bottom structure.
Heavy for its size, gets down fast
The Tady Lure A2 Iron is the same 4¾-inch length as the Tady AA but heavier, at roughly 4 to 4.3 oz. That extra weight in the same profile gets it down faster and holds it in the strike zone when current picks up. It's the step between the AA and the 5.9 oz Tady 4/0 Heavy. Hand-crafted in the USA.
Why anglers choose the Tady A2
- Heavy for its size: About 4–4.3 oz in a 4¾-inch body.
- Gets down fast: Reaches fish below the surface quickly and holds in current.
- Proven A2 shape: A time-tested Tady profile trusted by Southern California anglers.
- Treble hook: The traditional yo-yo iron hook setup.
- Chrome and painted finishes: Match the bait, light and water clarity.
- Hand-crafted in the USA: Built with the consistency expected from Tady Lures.
How to fish the Tady A2
Drop the A2 to the depth where fish are marking, or to the bottom when conditions allow. Engage the reel and wind fast and steady back up through the strike zone. It's built for vertical yo-yo work around kelp, rocky reef and offshore banks, especially when current makes a lighter iron hard to keep in the zone.
Best for
- Species: Yellowtail, calico bass, white seabass, bonito and barracuda.
- Water: Kelp beds, rocky structure, reefs, offshore banks and current.
- Technique: Yo-yo and vertical jigging.
- Use case: When the AA feels light but fish don't need a 6 oz iron.
Specifications
- Brand: Tady Lures
- Model: A2 Iron
- Type: Yo-yo iron jig
- Weight: Approximately 4–4.3 oz (varies slightly by finish)
- Length: 4¾ in.
- Hook: Treble
- Construction: Hand-crafted in the USA
Choose your color
Use the color selector to compare the Dorado, Blue White, Scrambled Egg, Green Yellow, Chrome Blue, Chrome, Green Sardine and Chrome Blue with Glow Back finishes. Current pricing and availability are shown with each option.
Compare other Tady irons
- Tady AA: same length, a little lighter at about 3.6 oz, and the more versatile of the two.
- Tady 4/0 Heavy: 5.9 oz for fish holding deep or on big bait.
- Tady A1 Light: the A2 shape at surface-iron weight, about 1¾–2 oz.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Tady A2 weigh?
About 4 to 4.3 oz depending on the finish, with a 4¾-inch body.
What's the difference between the A2 and the AA?
They're the same length, but the A2 is heavier. It gets down faster and handles more current. The lighter AA (about 3.6 oz) is more versatile and can also be cast and wound.
When should I use the A2 instead of the 4/0 Heavy?
Use the A2 when fish are below the surface but not so deep or on such big bait that you need the 5.9 oz 4/0 Heavy.
Can I fish the A2 as a surface iron?
It's built for yo-yo fishing. For a surface presentation on the same shape, use the Tady A1 Light.
The most compact Tady iron
The Tady Lure TLC Iron is the shortest iron in the Tady lineup at 3½ inches, but it weighs about 2.8 to 3.2 oz, so it's heavy for its size. That compact, dense build cuts through strong current and reaches the strike zone quickly, while its wide, sweeping swim pattern works for vertical jigging or casting. Hand-crafted in the USA.
Why anglers choose the TLC
- Compact 3½-inch body: The smallest Tady profile, a match for small bait.
- Heavy for its size: About 2.8–3.2 oz, so it gets down quickly and holds in current.
- Wide, sweeping swim: Works on a vertical yo-yo retrieve or cast and wound.
- Treble hook: Standard on most colors; the Glow White Single color comes with a single hook.
- Chrome and painted finishes: Match the bait, light and water clarity.
- Hand-crafted in the USA: Built with the consistency expected from Tady Lures.
How to fish the Tady TLC
- Vertical yo-yo: Drop to the bottom or the depth where fish are marking, engage the reel and wind fast and steady back through the strike zone.
- Controlled jigging: Work it close to kelp edges, reefs and high spots, lifting and letting it fall back into the zone.
- Cast and wind: When fish come up, cast past them and wind steadily with the rod tip down.
Best for
- Species: Yellowtail, calico bass, white seabass and other fish holding below the surface.
- Forage: Small baitfish, when a longer iron looks too big.
- Conditions: Strong current, kelp edges, rocky reef and offshore high spots.
Specifications
- Brand: Tady Lures
- Model: TLC Iron
- Type: Compact yo-yo iron jig
- Weight: Approximately 2.8–3.2 oz (varies slightly by finish)
- Length: 3½ in.
- Hook: Treble (Glow White Single has a single hook)
- Construction: Hand-crafted in the USA
Choose your color
Use the color selector to compare the Blue White, Glow White Single, Scrambled Egg, Green Yellow, Chrome, Dorado, Glow White, Silver Mint and Mint White finishes. Current pricing and availability are shown with each option.
Compare other Tady irons
- Tady A2: longer at 4¾ inches and heavier at about 4–4.3 oz, for a bigger profile in current.
- Tady 9: a fuller body with a softer, slower flutter.
- Tady 4/0 Heavy: 5.9 oz for fish holding very deep or on big bait.
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Frequently asked questions
How big is the Tady TLC?
It's 3½ inches long and weighs about 2.8 to 3.2 oz depending on the finish, the most compact iron in the Tady lineup.
Why is such a small iron so heavy?
The TLC packs its weight into a short, dense body. That lets it cut through current and reach the strike zone quickly while still matching small bait.
How should I fish the TLC?
Drop it to the bottom or to the depth where fish are holding, then use a steady yo-yo retrieve or controlled vertical jigging. You can also cast it and wind it back when fish come up.
What hook does it come with?
Most colors come with a treble hook. The Glow White Single color comes with a single hook.
Should I choose the TLC or the A2?
Choose the TLC for small bait and a compact profile. Choose the A2 when you want a longer, heavier iron for current and bigger bait.
The most versatile Tady yo-yo iron
The Tady Lure AA Iron is a proven Southern California jig at about 3.6 oz and 4¾ inches with a treble hook. It's a little lighter than the Tady A2, which makes it the most versatile iron in the Tady yo-yo group: drop it to fish holding below the surface, or cast it out and wind it back when they come up. Hand-crafted in the USA.
Why the Tady AA earns a place in the tackle box
- Proven AA shape: A long-time West Coast favorite for yellowtail and calico bass.
- 3.6 oz, 4¾-inch body: Enough weight to reach mid-depth fish, light enough to cast and wind.
- Yo-yo or cast: One iron for fish below the surface and fish that come up.
- Treble hook: The traditional iron hook setup.
- Chrome and painted finishes: Match the bait, light and water clarity.
- Hand-crafted in the USA: Built with the consistency expected from Tady Lures.
How to fish the Tady AA
- Yo-yo: Drop to the depth where fish are marking, engage the reel and wind fast and steady back through the strike zone.
- Cast and wind: When fish come up, cast past them and wind steadily with the rod tip down. Don't pump the rod; the iron creates its own action.
- Around structure: Work it along kelp edges, rocky reef and banks where yellowtail and calico bass hold.
Best for
- Species: Yellowtail, calico bass, bonito, barracuda and white seabass.
- Water: Kelp beds, rocky reef, offshore banks and open-water feeding zones.
- Use case: One mid-weight iron when conditions can change during the day.
Specifications
- Brand: Tady Lures
- Model: AA Iron
- Type: Yo-yo and casting iron jig
- Weight: Approximately 3.6 oz (varies slightly by finish)
- Length: 4¾ in.
- Hook: Treble
- Construction: Hand-crafted in the USA
Choose your color
Use the color selector to compare the Blue White, Scrambled Egg and Dorado finishes. Current pricing and availability are shown with each color option.
Compare other Tady irons
- Tady A2: same 4¾-inch length but heavier at about 4–4.3 oz, so it gets down faster in current.
- Tady 9: a fuller body with a softer flutter on the drop.
- Tady 4/0 Heavy: 5.9 oz for fish holding deep.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Tady AA weigh?
About 3.6 oz depending on the finish, with a 4¾-inch body.
What's the difference between the AA and the A2?
They're the same length, but the A2 is heavier at roughly 4–4.3 oz. The A2 gets down faster and handles more current. The lighter AA is more versatile and can also be cast and wound.
What's the difference between the AA and the Tady 9?
The Tady 9 has a fuller body and a slightly shorter 4½-inch length, so it flutters more softly on the drop. The AA is slimmer and the more versatile of the two.
Can I fish the AA on the surface?
Yes. Cast it and wind it back when fish come up. For fish feeding on top all day, a dedicated surface iron such as the Tady 45 is the standard choice.
Which color should I start with?
Start with Blue White year-round, Scrambled Egg when fish are on sardines or in greener water, and match the finish to the bait and water clarity.
The lightest Tady surface iron
The Tady A1 Light Surface Iron is the lightest surface iron in the Tady lineup at about 1¾ to 2 oz and 5 inches. It's a surface-weight version of the A2 shape, rigged with a single fixed, welded hook. Reach for it in calm conditions when fish are feeding near the top and a heavier iron is more than you need. Hand-crafted in the USA.
Why anglers reach for the A1 Light
- Lightest Tady surface iron: About 1¾–2 oz for a subtle presentation in calm water.
- A2-derived shape: The proven A2 profile, built at surface-iron weight.
- Single fixed welded hook: Fewer tangles on the cast and during the fight, and faster unhooking at the rail.
- Hand-crafted in the USA: Built with the consistency expected from Tady Lures.
How to fish the Tady A1 Light
Cast to feeding fish, working birds or kelp paddies. Let the iron settle for a second or two, then wind steadily with the rod tip pointed down. Don't pump the rod; the iron swims on a steady retrieve. Because it's the lightest Tady surface iron, it's at its best when the wind is calm and you don't need maximum casting distance.
Best for
- Species: Yellowtail, bonito, barracuda, tuna and dorado.
- Conditions: Calm to light wind with fish feeding near the surface.
- Technique: Cast-and-wind surface iron fishing.
- Hook setup: Single fixed welded hook.
Specifications
- Brand: Tady Lures
- Model: A1 Light
- Type: Light surface iron jig
- Weight: Approximately 1¾–2 oz (varies slightly by finish)
- Length: 5 in.
- Hook: Single fixed welded hook
- Construction: Hand-crafted in the USA
Choose your color
Use the color selector to compare the Scrambled Egg, Mint White, White and Green Yellow finishes. Availability changes as colors sell through, so the selector shows the current options.
Compare other Tady irons
- Tady 4/0 Light: slightly heavier at about 2.6–2.8 oz, also with a single fixed hook.
- Tady 45: about 3 oz with a treble hook, for more casting distance.
- Tady A2: the same shape family as a heavy yo-yo iron for fish below the surface.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Tady A1 Light weigh?
About 1¾ to 2 oz depending on the finish, with a 5-inch body.
Why choose a single fixed hook?
A welded single hook tangles less on the cast and during the fight, and it comes out of a fish faster at the rail.
How should I retrieve it?
Cast, let it settle briefly, then wind steadily with the rod tip down. The iron creates its own action, so there's no need to pump the rod.
What's the difference between the A1 Light and the A2?
The A1 Light is a light surface iron built on the A2 shape. The A2 is a heavier yo-yo iron, about 4 oz, for fish holding below the surface.
A smaller surface iron for 30–40 lb line
Despite the name, the Tady 4/0 Light Surface Iron is one of the smaller surface irons on the market: about 2.6 to 2.8 oz and 5¾ to 6 inches. It's a classic for schoolie tuna and yellowtail on 30–40 lb line, rigged here with a single fixed, welded hook. Don't confuse it with the Tady 4/0 Heavy, a 5.9 oz yo-yo iron for deep water. Hand-crafted in the USA.
Why anglers choose the 4/0 Light
- Smaller surface profile: About 2.6–2.8 oz, a natural match for 30–40 lb line.
- Single fixed welded hook: Fewer tangles on the cast and during the fight, and faster unhooking at the rail.
- Proven Tady swimming action: The same swimming pattern Tady scaled up for the 4/0 Sr. Light.
- Hand-crafted in the USA: Built with the consistency expected from Tady Lures.
How to fish the 4/0 Light
Cast to breaking fish, working birds or kelp paddies. Let the iron settle for a second or two, then wind steadily in high gear with the rod tip pointed down. Don't pump the rod; the iron creates its own action. If fish follow without biting, speed up before you slow down.
Best for
- Species: Yellowtail, school-size tuna, calico bass, bonito and barracuda.
- Conditions: Calm to moderate wind with fish feeding near the surface on smaller bait.
- Line: 30–40 lb monofilament, or braid with a 30–40 lb mono top shot.
- Hook setup: Single fixed welded hook.
Specifications
- Brand: Tady Lures
- Model: 4/0 Light
- Type: Surface iron jig
- Weight: Approximately 2.6–2.8 oz (varies slightly by finish)
- Length: 5¾–6 in.
- Hook: Single fixed welded hook
- Construction: Hand-crafted in the USA
Choose your color
Use the color selector to compare the Mint White, Mint and Blue White finishes. Current pricing and availability are shown with each color option.
Compare other Tady irons
- Tady 4/0 Sr. Light: the super-sized version, about 3.5–3.7 oz and 6½ inches with a treble hook, for more casting distance and bigger bait.
- Tady A1 Light: even lighter at about 1¾–2 oz, also with a single fixed hook.
- Tady 45: about 3 oz and 6¼ inches with a treble hook, the everyday SoCal surface iron.
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Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between the 4/0 Light and the 4/0 Sr. Light?
The 4/0 Sr. Light is a super-sized version of the 4/0 Light with the same swimming pattern. It's about an ounce heavier (3.5–3.7 oz), roughly half an inch to three-quarters of an inch longer, and comes with a treble hook, so it casts farther and shows a bigger profile. The 4/0 Light is the smaller, lighter option with a single fixed hook.
Is the 4/0 Light the same as the Tady 4/0 Heavy?
No. The 4/0 Light is a small surface iron. The 4/0 Heavy is a 5.9 oz yo-yo iron built for fish holding deep.
What line should I use?
The 4/0 Light is a natural match for 30–40 lb line: straight monofilament, or braid with a 30–40 lb mono top shot.
Why choose a single fixed hook?
A welded single hook tangles less on the cast and during the fight, and it comes out of a fish faster at the rail.
How should I retrieve it?
Cast, let it settle briefly, then wind steadily with the rod tip down. Keep the speed up; a slow iron gets followed instead of eaten.
The biggest Tady surface iron
The Tady 4/0 Sr. Light Surface Iron is a super-sized version of the Tady 4/0 Light: about 3.5 to 3.7 oz and 6½ inches with a treble hook. It keeps the same swimming pattern while adding casting weight, so it carries farther into wind chop than the Tady 45 and shows a bigger profile when fish are on larger bait. Hand-crafted in the USA.
Why anglers choose the 4/0 Sr. Light
- Largest Tady surface iron: About 3.5–3.7 oz and 6½ inches.
- Same swimming pattern as the 4/0 Light: Scaled up for easier, longer casts.
- Pushes through wind: More mass than the Tady 45 when you need distance in chop.
- Treble hook: The traditional surface-iron hook setup.
- Hand-crafted in the USA: Built with the consistency expected from Tady Lures.
How to fish the 4/0 Sr. Light
Cast past feeding fish, working birds or kelp paddies. Let the iron settle for a second or two, then wind steadily in high gear with the rod tip pointed down. Don't pump the rod; the iron creates its own action. It gives up a little flutter compared with the 45 in exchange for mass that pushes through wind and chop.
Best for
- Species: Yellowtail, tuna and dorado.
- Conditions: Wind, chop and long casts to fish you can't reach with a lighter iron.
- Forage: Mackerel and other larger baitfish.
- Hook setup: Treble hook.
Specifications
- Brand: Tady Lures
- Model: 4/0 Sr. Light (Senior)
- Type: Surface iron jig
- Weight: Approximately 3.5–3.7 oz (varies slightly by finish)
- Length: 6½ in.
- Hook: Treble
- Construction: Hand-crafted in the USA
Choose your color
Use the color selector to compare the Polished Aluminum, Black Mint Mackerel, Mint Yellow, Mint, Mint White and Mint Sardine finishes. Current pricing and availability are shown with each color option.
Compare other Tady irons
- Tady 45: about 3 oz and 6¼ inches, the everyday SoCal surface iron for sardine-size bait.
- Tady 4/0 Light: the smaller original, about 2.6–2.8 oz with a single fixed hook.
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Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between the 4/0 Sr. Light and the 4/0 Light?
The Sr. Light is a super-sized version of the 4/0 Light with the same swimming pattern. It's about an ounce heavier, roughly half an inch to three-quarters of an inch longer, and comes with a treble hook, so it casts farther and shows a bigger profile. The 4/0 Light is smaller and lighter, with a single fixed hook.
Should I choose the 4/0 Sr. Light or the Tady 45?
Choose the Sr. Light when you need more casting weight in wind or fish are on bigger bait. Choose the 45 for most surface fishing on sardine-size bait in light to moderate wind.
Is the 4/0 Sr. Light a yo-yo iron?
No. It's a surface iron. For fish holding deep, use the Tady 4/0 Heavy, a 5.9 oz yo-yo iron.
How should I retrieve it?
Cast, let it settle briefly, then wind steadily with the rod tip down. Keep the speed up; a slow iron gets followed instead of eaten.