When the planer is in the water in diving position, water pressure against the blade forces the planner down.
When a fish strikes, the balance is changed.
The planer then trips and produces a slight upward drag, this allows you to fight your fish rather than a heavy lead sinker.

Corrosion resistant Stainless Steel Blade
Runs at controlled depths
When a fish strikes, the planer trips upwards

Size: #6

The AFW Planer is a sophisticated precisely balanced piece of fishing gear.
The lead weight acts as a keel and balance weight to keep the planer running true at controlled depths.

The AFW Planer is a sophisticated precisely balanced piece of fishing gear.
The lead weight acts as a keel and balance weight to keep the planer running true at controlled depths.