Atom spinner: what color is the most catchy? History and description of atom and atom 2

Advantages of fishing with spinner spoons

Oscillators have a lot of advantages. Among them:

Versatility.
All-weather.
Wide choose.
Relatively low price when compared with wobblers and other baits.
Due to their shape and weight they can be cast far, even without adding weights. You can fish both from a boat and from the shore.

In theory, having a set of oscillators, you can do without other gear altogether. Although, according to experts, there are periods when fish prefer other baits. Buyers are also attracted by the fact that the oscillating Atom spinners can be bent to achieve a similar game. This can be done with pliers, preferably near water. With each change, wiring is done without deep penetration in order to see the resulting game.

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What are Atom spinners?

“Atom” is a spinner that was first released more than 60 years ago, and it has been repeatedly tested by spinners of various levels. The action of the bait is stable and does not go beyond its axis, which is similar to the movement of living objects. With the right skill, the atom spinner imitates the behavior of a frightened or injured fish, which is trying its best not to become prey to predatory fish. With this, the Atom pike lures provoke the predator to attack better than other lures.

Form

There are several variations of the Atom spinner from different companies. Their essence is that they all retain the main features of the original Soviet models.

Model "Atom"

The first model, the production of which began in the Soviet years. It has a pear-shaped shape, which is now used in spinners. The average weight is about 15−20 grams, and the colors are different. It is characterized by a relatively calm game in its amplitude, which is universal.

Model "Atom 2"

The model has minor external changes, due to which the game itself has changed a little. Initially, the spoon was created for catching pike in still water and was reduced to 2.5 cm in length, due to which it became more wide-profile than the first model. The look, bend and geometry were taken from the first model. By playing with the speed of the retrieve, you can select attractive vibrations for each type of predatory fish.

Mister cro atom

A modern spinner “Mister Cro Atom”, which has retained the features of the original models, such as the spinner “Atom” and “Atom 2”, but has been improved by craftsmen. It stands alongside the most catchy pike spinners, such as the Abu Garcia, and is available to almost every professional spinning angler.

Effective use is achieved when fishing by casting and on the track, on rivers and lakes that have a slow or medium current. Fast wiring sets the activation of the game, and slow wiring sets a smooth and harmonious movement.

"Aqua atom"

A relatively inexpensive model that has a sharper and more streamlined shape than the standard pear-shaped one. Its main feature is its tail, which, as the creators believe, provokes the fish to attack. Pike and perch bite especially well on it. Can be cast over long distances.

Dimensions

Atom oscillators are produced in standard sizes and shapes, usually 20−70 mm. Thickness from 1 to 2.5 mm. For example, the Aqua Atom spinner has a size of 4 cm, and the Atom 1 spinner has a size of 48 mm. And if we take “Atom 2”, then the Lithuanian manufacturer has different options for metal thickness, which allows you to select the desired thickness depending on the flow.

Color

You can find the right color in almost any design. If the classic one was more of a silver color, then the new models mean almost any color. There are both bright colors and more neutral ones, which are considered the most catchy.

At first, experienced fishermen use classic colors such as white, and if there is no success, then the tackle changes to aggressive colors. What color is best to choose a vibrator for specific weather is described below.

D. Falko “Catching pike with RB Atom spinners. Patterns and seasonality."

Pike is one of the main hunting objects of many spinning anglers. You can catch it all year round, provided you have information and experience about the behavior of the predator. And catching pike with RB Atom oscillating spoons is a classic that allows you to successfully fish in a body of water of any complexity and make progress to this day. And all because “Atoms” are not those Soviet heavy “spoons” that get lost when fishing at great depths and do not hold a strong current at all, but multifaceted and multifunctional spinners, made in several variations for specific fishing conditions at certain times of the year.

Speaking about the moment from production, RB spinners, including RB Atom spinners of all model series, are made by casting from brass, coated with jewelry silver and gold. For many decades, pure silver coating has proven itself to be the most catchy and many times superior to similar cheaper coatings. Our spinners undergo careful control and are released for sale with proven quality of materials and components.

In this article we will tell you how, where and under what conditions it is better to use this or that model of our “Atoms”.

It is worth noting that in the line, and accordingly, in the assortment of our store, there are 2 model lines of Atom spinners. The first variation is the RB Atom-N “non-hooking” spinner. Thanks to the different thickness of the profile, the spoon has a shifted center of gravity, which allows the spoon to make complex wave-like oscillations and perform ultra-long casts. The RB Atom-N “non-hooking” spinner is available in several weight solutions – 7 grams, 10 grams and 18 grams.

It is worth noting that this spinner was developed by the company’s specialists exclusively for fishing in conditions of abundant vegetation. After all, there is probably nothing more catchy than a “shaker” with wire protection for maneuverability in difficult conditions, in particular in the grass. The mechanism of how the spinner works is simple - the pike attacks the bait, the wire is compressed, the fish is detected and follows into the landing net. With the help of the RB Atom-N “non-hook” spinner, you can easily catch pike on overgrown toad grasses in the summer and successfully fish from a boat in dense water lilies.

Using the youngest model of this spoon weighing 7 grams, you can perfectly fish the nearest overgrown water area. A spoon weighing 10 grams will act as a universal fighter for small, medium and large water areas. But the model weighing 18 grams will be an excellent assistant when fishing above the bottom grass in cold seasons.

Now let's move on to a model that has been proven over the years. Our pride is a folk classic, which has been modernized by our team of specialists. By the way, the classic “Atom” is already more than 60 years old. And to this day it is no less in demand than in the old days. Initially, it so happened that the classic Atom from spinner is a bait that can be used to catch any type of predatory fish. Among the main ones, of course, it is worth mentioning pike, perch and pike perch. But asp, catfish and even salmon will not let this bait past their hungry predatory mouth.

During the production of “Atoms” during the Soviet era, the spinner was produced in a single size and in a single weight solution. At the moment, it offers its customers spinners weighing 13 grams, 18 grams and 26 grams. An indispensable spinner for any fishing for catching any predatory fish at any depth - this is the motto of the RB Atom spinner.

This spoon is used for catching predators at depths from 1 to 4 meters or more using uniform retrieval, classic step-by-step animation, or even twitching animation. The spinner allows for various experiments in fishing and forgives mistakes for beginning spinners.

The distinctive features of the RB Atom spinner from the “Russian Spinner” are, firstly, a smooth increase in body thickness from the nose to the tail of the spinner and an internal deflection, which promotes active sweeping play even at great depths. Secondly, the relatively light weight of the youngest models, combined with a fairly large surface area, allows the spoon to be carried even over grass at shallow depths. Thirdly, the surface of the spoon consists of many volumetric “scales” coated with galvanic silver and gold, which creates additional hydroacoustic vibrations in the water column, which are perfectly perceived by the lateral line of the predator.

(Russian Spinner) a considerable color palette has also been developed for the RB Atom spinner. In truth, this lure is a hit in all seasons and all areas of spinning fishing.

Thus, having in your arsenal several models of “Atoms”, “non-hooking” and classic “Atoms”, you can safely claim a successful outcome in boat or shore fishing. These spinners will demonstrate themselves excellently on reservoirs of any complexity when fishing in shallows, at depth, in an abundance of vegetation. RB Atom will certainly help an experienced spinning fisher to seduce a significant trophy, and a beginner to feel the vivid emotions of the first bite of a predatory fish.

How to properly tie an Atom to a fishing line

It is not recommended to tie the “Atom” to a fishing line if you plan to catch pike. This is fraught not only with the loss of the spoon, but also with the loss of fish. Pike have quite sharp teeth, and if the individual is large, it can easily swallow the bait and bite the fishing line. To prevent this from happening, you need to use a leash. If you decide to catch perch, then a fishing line will suffice.

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Nodes

This simple knot is called a "universal" knot. A fishing line is threaded into the eye of the spinner, and its end is pulled 10 cm so that a loop is formed. The end of the fishing line wraps around the fore-end at least 5 times. The free end threads through the loop that has already been prepared. The fishing line is threaded from the inside of the eyelet. Before tightening the knot, be sure to wet it, otherwise the line will burn out due to friction.

This option is suitable for attaching braid to Mister Cro Atom spinners and other baits. It's called "Palomar". A folded fishing line is threaded through the eye of the spinner, and then a regular knot is formed. Then you need to throw the loop that comes out of the knot through the spoon and tighten it. Cut off the remaining end of the fishing line. It is recommended to do this when attaching an atom 2 spinner, since the option is simple, and there is a step-by-step process in the photo.

Read: How to properly attach a spinner to a spinning rod

The best lures for catching pike with a spinning rod

Spinning fishing dates back to the last century. During this time, a lot has changed - various new baits, tackles, and understanding of fish behavior have appeared. All the best are built on existing experience, but old baits often give a stunning effect and a head start on modern ones. Let's look at the best Top 10 lures for catching pike with a spinning rod , thanks to which you won't leave without a fish. Every angler who likes to catch pike with a spinning rod has this set. So, let's begin.

Top 10 lures for pike fishing

1 place

Oscillator from Rublex Orkla

Not very well known in wide circles, but I have one of the most impressive spinners. There's only one problem, it's hard to find in stores.

The Rublex company has been experimenting, designing, and producing almost unique spinning lures for more than half a century. Rublex spinners include many families and lines of spinners, each of which has precise shapes, catchy colors, high-quality fittings, and has been tested in real conditions. All Rublex products are made from high quality and sometimes precious materials. In addition to the fact that the spinners are nickel-plated, they also undergo a galvanizing process in baths with the purest silver!

Many Rublex models have long been well known all over the world; they, like models from other manufacturers of spinners, have become classics, but they still catch great, help out, and are in great demand among spinning fishermen.

2nd place

ZIPBAITS ORBIT 110 SP, 11 cm, 16.5 g.

Working depth 0.8 m – 1.2 m. For a long time it has been considered the first among pike wobblers. Paint color (830R).

The orbit series wobbler is shaped like a small fish - a fry of roach or bleak. This is a universal bait. Although orbital patterns were specifically designed for largemouth bass fishing, Russian anglers use them for pike, perch, asp, walleye, catfish and even bream at depths of up to 2 meters.

The main characteristics of the classic model orbit 110 SP-SR: height - 18 mm, length - 11 cm, width - 16 mm, weight - 16.5 g. Depth - up to 1 meter. This is an enlarged copy of the Orbit 80. It has established itself in the sales market as a model with excellent qualities. The designers of the ZipBaits company, knowing this, decided to create the same one, but in a larger size.

Orbit 110 sp-sr is equipped with three (two) sharp hooks (tees). The letters SP indicate that the wobbler has neutral buoyancy, SR is a model with shallow depth.

The choice of bait color depends on the time of year. For fishing in cold water, it is best to purchase baits of bright colors; in summer, preference should be given to wobblers of natural color. Although in summer you can fish with bright baits, but in cloudy water.

3rd place

YO-ZURI L-Minnow 66

Excellent catchable wobbler. Postings: stop and go, soft with pauses, hard twitching.

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Type: sinking

Size: 66 mm.

Weight: 7 gr.

L-minnow is a legendary wobbler, from the well-known company Yo-Zuri. Only the blind, deaf and those living in the forest don’t know about this wobbler.

Inside these baits there is a cavity in which the faceted weight moves freely. During retrieval, the rolling of this weight inside the cavity creates acoustic noises, which are transmitted through the body of the bait into the water and additionally attract the predator.

Megabass Vision Oneten 110

Characteristics:

Length: 110.5 mm
Weight: 14 g
Type: Neutral Buoyant (SP)
Depth: 0.8-1.2 m

It looks captivatingly natural, clearly reminiscent of a fatty bleak. The wobbler itself is designed for fish up to 12 kg (as stated on the package). This wobbler is especially suitable for fishing places where pike are hiding. It’s also very convenient to cast far away (for me this is a huge plus due to good balancing).

Vision 110 ONETEN - wobbler introduced for the first time in the USA in 2000. This was the time when the popularity of minnow wobblers among American anglers reached its peak. The Vision 110 ONETEN was created personally by Megabass Yuki Ito with an ambitious goal: to introduce a minnow wobbler that would surpass all existing lures in its class. And it not only surpassed, but also showed how justified the difference in price (and Megabass in the USA are not cheap even by American standards) that a fisherman has to pay for Megabass The project was a success, and the wobbler was greeted with great enthusiasm.

Vision 110 ONETEN is a classic “suspender” (suspend, that is, a wobbler with neutral buoyancy). It is controlled by two moving tungsten balls inside, part of the Low Mount Multiway Moving Balancer System (PAT). When casting, moving to the tail, they provide the necessary flight range. As soon as you start retrieving, they will immediately move forward and take a working position in which they can move freely in the transverse direction, adding zest to the already excellent performance of the bait. You can reel in the line evenly or “jerk”, lead it with stops (stop and go) or with accelerations... In general, give free rein to your imagination. The Vision 110 ONETEN will easily respond to the movements of your rod - that's exactly what it was created for.

It should be noted that our fishermen received this wobbler almost simultaneously with the Americans. Among Russians there are now those who, in the vast majority of cases, fish only with the Vision 110 ONETEN . There is such a specimen of the Vision 110 ONETEN, on which pike of various sizes were caught, ranging from a fry, comparable in size to the wobbler itself, to a 12-kilogram giant. Neither the naive pike “kids” nor the experienced “elders” could resist the Vision 110 ONETEN

5th place

Atom and Atom-2

The Atom spinner is a legendary bait that all older spinners remember. It irritates pike very well; there were situations in late autumn when the only fish all day landed on the Atom.

“Atom 2”

— Quite a high-quality, well-designed oscillating spoon. Another one of the few spinning lures for which Soviet tackle manufacturers should not be ashamed.

6th place

Kuusamo Rasanen

Reliable multi-purpose spinner. This model is constantly present among the spinners recommended by fishing magazines for catching large fish. Its classic shape guarantees the desired vibration pattern in the water, and a wide range allows you to choose the most suitable size and color. The graceful contours of the spinner, characterized by special hydrodynamics, allow the Rasanen to be successfully used both for spinning and for “track”. "Rasanen" are offered in an excellent range of different colors. Copper, silver, brass, blue spoons, spoons with a metal strip are a guarantee of successful fishing in a wide variety of conditions.

Rasanen is a popular choice. And no wonder. There are not many spinners as successful as Rasanen. This model is constantly present among the spinners recommended for catching large fish. The classic shape guarantees the desired vibration pattern in the water, and a wide range allows you to choose the most suitable size and color. The graceful contours of the spinner, characterized by special hydrodynamics, allow Rasanen to be successfully used both for spinning and for wiring. Of course, in the set of variants of this model there are also modifications specifically designed for wiring - they retain the desired vibration configuration when moving at any speed.

Rasanen offers an excellent range of different colors. Copper, silver, brass, blue spoons, spoons with a metal strip are a guarantee of successful fishing in a variety of conditions. It’s worth trying new colors when the bite worsens, the weather changes, and generally from time to time. Those who do not try different spinners are left to chance. Rasanen is a reliable multi-purpose spinner.

Rasanen for thickets - a spinner for the most difficult reservoirs. This model has two modifications for overgrown water: with a rigid fastening hook and with a free two-prong hook. A spinner with a hard hook is characterized by a wider amplitude of vibrations in the water, therefore it is especially good in cold waters. A double-pronged hook ensures the passage of the spoon in heavily overgrown water, so this option is especially suitable for shallow water and thickets.

Many fishermen choose the Rasanen with a bead as their main lure. A spinner with such an additional detail becomes surprisingly effective. The bead plays in clear water and at depths where sunlight penetrates, acting as an additional irritant.

Like many other spoon-shaped spoons, Rasanen is equipped with rings. It is not recommended to attach such a spinner directly to the line; it is better to use a snap hook or a leash, which prevents the fish from biting the line, prevents the spinner from twisting and facilitates the process of changing spinners.

7th place

Mepps COMET BLACK FURY

The best turntable. According to the experience of Russian fishermen, this variety of COMET is not only suitable for catching most species of fish, but in a number of cases it has no equal. Literally, BLACK FURY is translated as “black mad” or “hectic little black girl.”

The fourth number is a typical pike. Retrieving at a slow pace, near the bottom, is optimal. Here the art of the spinning rod must manifest itself, capable of holding the spoon as close to the bottom as possible, but without touching it, so that the rotation of the petal does not go astray.

Comet spinners are considered the golden mean of the Mepps lineup. This Mepps Comet Black Fury spoon has a petal that is not as round and convex as that of the Aglia spoon, designed for fishing in still water, but also not as elongated and flat as that of the Aglia Long spoon, whose purpose is the fast jets of rivers and streams. Therefore, it is devoid of all the disadvantages of these spinners and is successfully used both in calm water and on fast riffles, for which Comet spinners have earned a reputation as the most catchy and effective.

But among the wonderful Comet spinners, the most popular one, with a black petal on which multi-colored fluorescent circles are scattered. Other models of the Aglia series also have a black petal, it is also found among the Aglia Long models, but they have not received either their own big name or the right to be considered a separate series. Apparently, when developing the design of the spinner and calling it “Black Fury” or “Black Fury” (both translations are excellent), the manufacturer foresaw the future stunning success of his brainchild and, as time judged, he was not mistaken. By all accounts, the Mepps Comet Black Fury is considered to be the best spinner spinner on the market today.

8th place

Mepps Aglia

AGLIA is one of the most popular classic MEPPS models. When rotating, the angle of deviation of the petal from the axis is 60°. All sizes of spinners have high frontal resistance, called “stubbornness” in fishermen’s language. This is a very useful property that provides an active effect on the lateral line of the fish. In addition, AGLIA “works” stably even at the lowest speed, which allows it to be carried out for a long time in the area where fish are supposed to stay. The ability to use this model at different depths makes this bait very convenient for catching most types of fish.

9th place

Features of the bait game

If we talk about large pike, then on the “Atom” they are caught from the bottom. A slow retrieve is suitable here, which is performed at minimum speed, without moving too far from the bottom. The spoon is cast and sinks to the bottom. Often the blow awaits even while descending to the bottom. When the spoon sinks to the bottom, with sharp and short movements it is thrown to the surface and falls to the bottom again.

After each jerk, the cord is pulled out using a quick turn, after which another 2-3 turns are made, only slow ones. That is, the point is that a couple of revolutions are made, then there is a pause, if a predator is nearby, then it will take it just during the pause. This is a universal method that will work not only on rivers, but also on ponds.

They are also caught using wiring with twitching elements, for which the “Mister Cro Atom” oscillating spoon is ideal. To do this, it is enough to add three to five weak jerks at any moment you like. During this, the spinning rod must be in a horizontal position. At this moment, the spinner's play will resemble the movements of a wobbler, that is, it will move from side to side.

Sometimes monotonous jerking wiring is done. This is when the rod jerks two or three times, then pauses and jerks again. This attracts a predator. There is also a similar technique, but each jerk should be harder, have a constant amplitude and a vertical position of the spinning rod.

Then the bait will move to the sides and approach the surface. It would be a good idea to count the seconds before the vibrator falls to the bottom, so the picture of the bottom will be clear, including pits and edges. The spinner cord must always be taut; this is the only way to hook a predator in time.

If these methods do not give results, then a smooth, monotonous wiring with rare, short pauses will do. This can be either surface wiring, or approximately in the middle water column. Perch and pike actively take it, although everything depends on the reservoir, weather, time of year, type of spoon, etc.

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Classic Soviet spinners

20 July 2012 13:17

For decades, oscillating spinners made in the USSR remained practically the only option for domestic spinning anglers. Imported “shakers” were constantly in acute shortage, so you either had to buy “what was available” or make your own baits. Despite the “jumping” quality of workmanship and accessories, domestic oscillating spoons regularly caught pike, perch, pike perch, asp, salmon and other predators throughout the USSR. This is why Soviet spinners are still in use by many Russian spinning anglers.

With the appearance of modern types of baits on the domestic fishing market, primarily wobblers, spinners began to lose their leading importance. Despite this, many spinners still continue to fish with “tested by their fathers” oscillating spoons. The authority of domestic vibration stations is successfully strengthened by such Russian ones as “Tersky Bereg”, “Soviet Stamp” and others. The quality of processing, coating and fittings of the produced “classics” meet all modern requirements with proven catchability. The price is also important, much more attractive than for imported models. Using the products of the above companies as an example, we will consider in more detail all the features of the Soviet “classics”.

One of the most famous spinners of the USSR is, perhaps, the “Spoon”. A distinctive feature of the spinner is its short, wide body, which gives the bait a leisurely waddling action. When retrieving, a slow pace is recommended, which is especially attractive for pike. The scope of application of the “spoon” is coastal fishing at medium and short distances or from a boat in calm lake water. The flight qualities of the spinner are at an average level, due to its wide shape and short length.

"Uralka"

- the next famous Soviet oscillating spoon. The elongated shape with a fairly deep stamp gives the bait a stable, slow action. The spinner can be cast at both a fast and slow pace without going into a tailspin. “Uralka” has proven itself to be excellent when catching a variety of predators in the current. Has good flight qualities. It is, in fact, a universal spoon for most fishing situations.

Such “win-win” options can easily include the oscillating spinners “Crocodile”, “Ivenka”, “Yubileinaya”, etc. Differing from each other in shape and play, all these spoons have shown stable catchability for decades when fishing by casting and on the track. By the way, “Crocodile” is not a purely Soviet spinner, it is a copy of the Swedish prototype Abu Garcia. Possessing a specific active game, the spinner everywhere proved its catchability against a wide variety of predators. Similar “killer” models with high-quality coating are offered by the Mister Cro brand - try it, and you won’t be left without a catch.

"Atom"

- an almost legendary bait of Soviet spinning anglers, helping out almost always and everywhere. The spinner has a shape widened downward with a deep stamp. The play of the spinner when retrieved slowly is not wide, with a moderate amplitude of oscillations. On a fast retrieve, the bait begins to actively and very “specifically” play with its sides. “Atom” has proven itself well when fishing for pike, large perch, pike perch and catfish. It has many different modifications in size. Works stably both in calm water and in slow currents. One of the most catchy pike lures “of all times and peoples.” Atom was also repeatedly “seen” while fishing for large perch, pike perch and salmon.

"Prokhorovka"

- a famous Soviet spinner for fishing in fast currents. The bait has a protracted curved shape, which guarantees stable active play on the stream. Thanks to optimal balancing, the spoon has excellent flight characteristics, allowing you to fish at an extremely long distance. Has good maneuverability when fishing in snags or rocky areas. The high performance of “Prokhorovka” has long earned the respect of all domestic salmon fishermen. The spinner successfully “works” on salmon, brown trout, taimen and lenok. In addition to salmon, Prokhorovka also catches pike and pike perch. Interestingly, the bait can be used not only in summer, but also in winter for vertical trolling of pike perch and burbot. “Prokhorovka” is also actively used when trolling. It has many different modifications in size.

Another catchable specialized spinner for catching salmon can be the Varzuga spoon.

from the Tersky Bereg company (Russia). Named after a river on the Kola Peninsula. The spoon is made by hand by real craftsmen, taking into account all the requirements of salmon fishing. The bait has excellent aerodynamics and works confidently in the strongest stream. The assortment includes several Varzuga models with different weight distributions, for high or low water. To increase catchability, some models are equipped with a tee with feathering. It is distinguished by a very high quality of coating and fittings.

"Blackback"

- the favorite oscillating spoon of several generations of Soviet spinners. The number of species of predatory fish caught with the Blackback cannot be counted; it is a truly universal spoon that works always and everywhere. “Blackback” perfectly catches pike, large perch, pike perch and asp. It works stably on both slow and fast retrieves, in calm water and in slow currents. Possessing excellent aerodynamics, the bait can be caught both at medium and long distances. Thanks to its compactness and average weight, the Blackback can be successfully used both for casting and trolling. This lure, remarkable for its catchability, is available in several sizes and a very wide palette of colors.

"Pike perch"

— as the name suggests, a specialized oscillating spoon. The thin, slender shape perfectly copies small narrow-bodied fish - bleak, smelt, juvenile roach, which attracts pike perch. The spoon has excellent flight qualities. It works confidently in the current and is good both when casting and trolling. The Pike perch spinner is available in several sizes and classic colors.

"Swedish Atom"

– a domestic replica of the famous spinner bait from the Swedish company Abu Garcia.
A distinctive feature of the spinner is its rather deep notch grooves running across the body. The ribbed notches serve no decorative role at all. The spoon becomes more visible to the predator, creating a good visual and acoustic “trace”. It is characterized by a leisurely “trembling” game, imitating a weakened fish. When retrieving, try to conduct the Swedish Atom as slowly as possible, allowing you to fully unleash the full potential of the spoon. The bait is rightfully considered one of the most catchy and specialized spinners for catching pike. Can be used for both casting and line fishing under oars. By the way, in terms of shape, the “Swedish Atom” is the closest relative to the no less popular “Storling” or “Storlek”, which has a deeper stamp and a light S-shape. Liked? Share with your friends!

Do-it-yourself oscillating spinner “atom”

For those who set out to make an atom vibrator with their own hands, you need to make a drawing according to which the bait will be created. Let's take the Atom 1 spinner model as a basis. For this, the main dimensions are taken, this is 25 × 65 × 2. There are computer programs into which the dimensions of the drawing are entered. After this, the program creates an electronic layout according to the specified parameters. The layout is scanned in full scale, and then the spoon is cut out for further action.

Materials

The following materials are suitable for the production of atom spinners for pike:

Zinc.
Steel.
Silver.
Aluminum.
Cupronickel.
Brass.
Tin.

After studying the nuances of a particular material, it will become clear what qualities future vibrators will be endowed with. This also applies to color, weight and minimum thickness, which will affect subsequent fluctuating properties.

How to make

It is better to make the template directly on metal. The design is glued onto a thin metal plate and the outline is cut out with metal scissors. To create an internal bend in the spinner, a hockey puck or a spherical hammer with a thick rubber lining is suitable.

You can use an M6 furniture bolt that has a semicircular head. The roundness is enough to give the required shape from the inside. In order for the proportions to match the original, you should check the product with the original.

Next you need to drill a hole for the hook and swivel. Both holes must be located on the longitudinal axis of the vibrator, otherwise there will be unnecessary movements during the game.

It is better to make the winding ring with a thin wire, which has a diameter of no more than 4 mm. Tees require a hook that has a distance between the other tips that is 3 mm greater than the widest part of the vibrator.

In shallow water on a sunny day, fish see colors well. Yellow metal with a polished surface is suitable. The darkened color that comes from oxidized metal also works well. The main thing is that the surface is polished.

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Popularity of the Atom spinner

As soon as the Atom oscillating spoon came off the production line, it quickly became popular among Soviet spinning fishermen. It also received high praise from experts, and then from Western companies, which took the lure as a basis and began producing their own baits. Among the most successful oscillating spinners based on Atom are the lures of the Polish company. These are Spinnex Atom, vibrators with a good coating and a notch in the form of scales. The famous Swedish company Abu Garcia also created a bait based on the “Atom”, although different in shape, but in essence and name it is directly related to the Soviet oscillating spoon. The bait is called “Abu Garcia Blinker Atom”. There are other names for oscillators in this line.

If we talk about our manufacturers, the development of a spinner based on the Atom was undertaken by the Russian Spinner company, which created an analogue - Atom-2. There was no particular difference, except that colored versions of the “Atom” began to be used and a notch appeared in some models. St. Petersburg manufacturers also did not stand aside and made different variations of “Atoms”, where a variety of colors of these oscillating spinners were used without changing the shape. St. Petersburg craftsmen call it “Atom” - Akara Expert Atom, apparently for the sake of respectability. Variants of these oscillators made of cupronickel have already appeared, for example, the “Atom-13” model. But not all remakes are working spinners, which is due to inaccuracies in the manufacture of baits, especially if little-known companies take up the matter, making spinners “on the knee” in the basement.

Secrets of catching pike with Atom spinners

If the hunt is for perch or pike, the fisherman must pay attention to the places where the fight takes place. This is the time when, within a certain radius, small fish jump out of the water, scared away by large predatory fish. Moreover, several fish can jump out at the same time. This is a sure sign that a predator is in charge of this place.

To begin with, it is better to make several runs using the described methods at the bottom, since production, as a rule, is there. If there is nothing, it may be a perch or small pike, so you should make several surface or half-depth retrieves. In still water, the “Mister Cro Atom” spinner is suitable, so the game of the tackle will be more realistic.

Read: How to choose a catchable lure for pike

Bait characteristics

The Atom spinner is a legendary bait that has been produced for over 60 years, and during this time it has brought a huge amount of fish to various classes of fishermen. The main difference from modern analogues is that the bait plays as realistically and stably as possible, without going beyond its axis.

Shape of the spoon

Today, due to the significant popularity of the bait, a large number of companies are engaged in its production. This entails additional specific indicators, among which we can note the shape of the bait. While maintaining their main features, baits can have different shapes, close to the classic one.

Model of the Atom oscillator

This is the original modification of the spinner, which began to be produced back in Soviet times. The pear-shaped shape, which is used in a large number of modern bait models, is considered its main difference. The weight of such baits ranges from 15 to 20 grams. The play of the spinner is relatively calm, with a wide amplitude, which is considered optimal.

Model of the Atom 2 oscillator

This is a slightly modified version of the classic spinner. Changes in appearance entailed some changes in the game of the bait. Engineers developed a spinner for catching pike in still water, which entailed a reduction in length by 25 millimeters, which expanded the profile. The overall geometry, including the appearance and curvature, remains unchanged.

Atom Mister Cro

This is a more modern bait model that combines all the positive qualities of previous variations. It was slightly modified by the craftsmen, which made it possible to use it for casting and trolling.

Atom Aqua

The second modern model, which attracts fishermen with its low price. Its main distinguishing feature is its more streamlined shape, compared to the pear-shaped one in the classic Atom spinner. The spoon was additionally equipped with a special tail, which motivates the predator to attack. Most often, perch and pike of various sizes are caught using this bait.

Color

Today, a huge number of different colors of bait are available. Therefore, it is very difficult to answer the question of which color of the spoon is the most catchy. Beginners and professional fishermen most often tend to use classic colors, and then move on to different color schemes.

For pike, the color called “wet stone” is considered optimal.

Dimensions

Kolealki Atom, as a rule, have a standard range of parameters. The thickness of baits is often from 1 to 2.5 millimeters, while the length lies in the range of 20-70 millimeters. The Atom 2 spinner, which is produced in factories in Lithuania, has various indicators that allow you to choose the optimal bait for a particular body of water. Length of specific models:

Aqua Atom – 40 millimeters.
Atom - 48 millimeters.