Megapro MSQ-Big Eye S 70mm – Unweighted Boat Egi Squid Jig | 5 Colors

Megapro MSQ-Big Eye S 70mm – Unweighted Boat Egi

The Megapro MSQ-Big Eye S 70mm is a purpose-built unweighted boat egi featuring the brand’s signature oversized eye design — one of the most effective visual triggers in squid fishing. Squid are highly visual predators that instinctively target prey by locking onto the eyes first; the MSQ-Big Eye exploits this hardwired behavior with a dramatically enlarged, realistic eye that commands attention at depth and in low-light conditions. With no keel weight, it drifts and flutters freely at any depth, making it a devastating tool for vertical and drift fishing from a boat over structure, reefs, and open water.

Key Features

• Length: 70mm (S / Small size) – versatile profile ideal for medium squid and cuttlefish in 3–18m depth
• Design: Unweighted / No keel weight – purpose-built for boat fishing, vertical presentations, and drift fishing
• Big Eye Feature: Oversized, realistic eye design – exploits squid’s instinct to target prey by the eye; highly effective in low-light and deep-water conditions
• Hook System: Double-row prawn-style pin hooks – corrosion-resistant for saltwater use
• Available Colors: Redhead UV, Blue, Green, Pink, Orange – 5 high-visibility patterns optimized for boat fishing at depth

The Science Behind the Big Eye

Squid are ambush predators that use binocular vision to track and strike prey. Research shows that squid consistently target the eye region of prey first — making an oversized, high-contrast eye one of the most powerful triggers you can present. The MSQ-Big Eye’s enlarged eye is designed to be visible from a greater distance and at greater depth than standard egi eyes, drawing squid in from further away and triggering faster, more committed strikes.

Color Selection Guide

• Redhead UV: Classic redhead with UV boost – the big eye pops dramatically under UV light; deadly at dawn, dusk, and in low-light conditions at depth
• Blue: Natural silhouette in clear, well-lit water – the big eye creates a strong contrast against the blue body; excellent in open water and over sandy bottom
• Green: Excels in clear water under natural or artificial light – mimics bioluminescent prey; the big eye is highly visible near dock lights at night
• Pink: The all-rounder – high contrast in low light; the big eye stands out at all depths; excellent at dawn, dusk, and overcast conditions
• Orange: Maximum visibility in murky or stained water – the big eye is unmissable even in poor visibility; top choice when water clarity is reduced

How to Fish It from a Boat (Expert Technique)

• Vertical jigging: Drop the MSQ-Big Eye to the desired depth over marked squid or structure, then execute short 20–40cm upward lifts followed by long 5–15 second pauses – most takes occur on the pause as squid lock onto the big eye
• Drift fishing: Allow the jig to drift naturally with the current at depth – minimal rod input; the unweighted body flutters freely, keeping the big eye in constant motion
• Night fishing under lights: Deploy under deck lights or near dock lights – the big eye and UV-enhanced colors create a powerful visual trigger for squid drawn to the light
• Watch for line twitch, sudden slack, or a subtle weight increase – strike immediately with a firm sideways sweep

Pro Tips

• Use PE 1.5–2.5 braid with a 2–3m fluorocarbon leader (1.0–1.2mm) for boat fishing over structure
• The big eye is most effective when the jig is stationary on the pause – extend pauses to 10–20 seconds to let squid home in on the eye
• Under boat lights at night, the Redhead UV and Green variants with the big eye are a devastating combination
• Pair with the MSQ-Buntar S 75mm or MSQ-Laser SS 60mm on a second rod to offer squid a different profile and action simultaneously

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