Yo-Zuri R1323 BONE Plug Review
Our verdict
The Yo-Zuri R1323 Bone plug costs $11.99 and holds a 4.8 star rating, the highest of any plug in this comparison, across 67 reviews. Built at 170mm (6.75 inches) and targeted at tuna, it is a larger, more specialized lure than the bass and general-purpose plugs it is priced alongside here.
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Anglers targeting tuna specifically who want a 6.75 inch treble hook plug with the highest rating in this comparison, 4.8 stars, at a mid-range $11.99 price point among the four plugs covered.
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Skip it if you are not fishing for tuna, since that is the listed target species, or if a larger review sample matters to you, since 67 reviews trails the 612 to 744 behind the LUCKY and Gotcha plugs by a wide margin.
- Material Plastic
- Weight 0.14 Pounds
- Target Species Tuna
- Technique Treble Hook
- Size 170 mm, 6 3/4 Inch
- Color Bone
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.8/5
4.8 average across 67 owner ratings
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Popularity1.8/5
67 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other fishing gear and tackle we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
Tuna fishing calls for a larger, sturdier lure than most inshore plugs, and the Yo-Zuri R1323 Bone plug is built and listed specifically for that species. At 170mm, or 6.75 inches, and 0.14 pounds, it is sized up from smaller bass-oriented plugs, and it carries a 4.8 star rating, the highest of any plug in this comparison.
That rating comes from 67 reviews, a much smaller sample than the 612 to 744 reviews behind the LUCKY FM110 and Gotcha G300GH-3PK, or the 681 behind the Strike HCBPM-513. Priced at $11.99, the R1323 sits between the $5.76 Strike plug and the $17.99 to $21.50 range of the LUCKY and Gotcha models, while being the plug in this set with tuna specifically named as its target species.
Bought last month sits at 100+, on par with the Strike HCBPM-513's pace. For anglers who fish specifically for tuna and want the highest-rated plug in this lineup, the R1323's plastic construction, 6.75 inch size and treble hook rigging line up with what larger offshore predators require, even with a smaller review count behind the rating.
Pros
- 4.8 star rating, the highest of any plug in this comparison
- Built specifically for tuna, with that species named as the target
- 170mm (6.75 inch) size and 0.14 pound weight suited to larger predatory fish
- Priced at $11.99, cheaper than the LUCKY FM110 ($17.99) and Gotcha G300GH-3PK ($21.50)
- Bought last month at 100+, keeping pace with the Strike HCBPM-513
Cons
- Only 67 reviews behind the rating, well below the 612 to 744 behind the LUCKY and Gotcha plugs
- Single piece purchase rather than a multi-pack
- Built specifically for tuna, a narrower use case than general-purpose plugs
- Costs more than the $5.76 Strike HCBPM-513
Specifications
| Material | Plastic |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.14 Pounds |
| Target Species | Tuna |
| Technique | Treble Hook |
| Size | 170 mm, 6 3/4 Inch |
| Color | Bone |
| Pieces | 1 |
| Feature | Yo-Zuri Hydro Minnow LC F 170mm 6.75in Bone |
Performance notes
At 170mm, or 6.75 inches, and 0.14 pounds, the R1323 is built larger and heavier than a typical inshore plug, which lines up with its listed target species of tuna, a fish that generally requires a bigger profile lure to draw a strike. The treble hook rigging and plastic construction match the description of the Yo-Zuri Hydro Minnow LC F 170mm 6.75in Bone, suggesting a swimming action similar to other minnow-style plugs but scaled up for larger predatory fish. That size and weight mean anglers will likely want heavier line and a stronger rod backbone to cast and control it effectively compared to smaller, bass-oriented plugs. The 4.8 star rating across 67 reviews is the highest in this comparison, which suggests the size and action have delivered solid results for the anglers who have reviewed it so far, even with a smaller review sample than the 612 to 744 behind the LUCKY FM110 and Gotcha G300GH-3PK.
What buyers say
A 4.8 star rating is the highest among the four plugs in this comparison, edging out the 4.5 to 4.7 stars posted by the Strike, LUCKY and Gotcha alternatives listed here. That said, the sample behind it is only 67 reviews, well short of the 612 to 744 backing the LUCKY FM110 and Gotcha G300GH-3PK, and the 681 behind the Strike HCBPM-513. A high rating on a smaller sample can reflect a newer listing or a more specialized product that has not yet reached the same customer volume as established general-purpose plugs. The 100+ bought-last-month figure matches the Strike HCBPM-513's pace, suggesting steady demand even without a large review history behind it.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Yo-Zuri R1323 Bone plug good for tuna fishing?
Yes, tuna is listed as its target species, and it carries a 4.8 star rating, the highest of any plug in this comparison, though from a smaller sample of 67 reviews. At $11.99, it costs less than the LUCKY FM110 or Gotcha G300GH-3PK.
How big is the R1323 Bone plug?
It measures 170mm, or 6.75 inches, and weighs 0.14 pounds, built with a plastic body and treble hook rigging. That size matches its description as the Yo-Zuri Hydro Minnow LC F 170mm 6.75in Bone, sized up for larger fish such as tuna.
How does the R1323's review count compare to other plugs?
The R1323 has 67 reviews behind its 4.8 star rating, fewer than the 612 to 744 reviews behind the LUCKY FM110 and Gotcha G300GH-3PK, and the 681 behind the Strike HCBPM-513. Its bought-last-month figure of 100+ matches the Strike plug's pace.