Life-like lures of all shapes and sizes have been popular for decades, yet very few have even come close to the handmade creations of Tomy's Bait. We are pleased to announce that Westin has partnered with Tomy to make his Original Perch available globally. A lifelong fascination with fish has given Tomy an unparalleled understanding of their behavior. From keeping fish in aquariums and diving with wild fish, to fishing for them, Tomy became obsessed with developing artificial baits that better mimic the natural diet of predatory fish. First created in 2015, Tomy's Original Perch became perhaps his most famous bait. Designed to imitate a small perch, which in most waters forms an important part of the diet of predatory fish. The Original Perch is a great example of Tomy's eye for detail in the search for the most lifelike design possible. By pushing the boundaries of handmade lures and continuous development, the Original Perch undoubtedly belongs to the pinnacle of lure design. The dynamic shape of the Original Perch was later refined with external fins to give a more lifelike appearance. Combined with an incredibly realistic hand-painted finish, the Original Perch proved irresistible to predatory fish right from the start, and its reputation has grown internationally as the design has evolved and been embraced by anglers 'in the know'. The upturned paddle tail design of the Original Perch has become a signature and hallmark of Tomy's lures, giving them a unique movement pattern. Not only does the tail design provide a unique and realistic movement, the bait also swims at low speeds, even when free falling in spinning stops. Fished with either a steady or slightly irregular weave, the Original Perch has a super-efficient swimming motion that attracts all predatory fish.