Tungsten Ice Jigs

Tungsten ice jigs have become one of the most important tools in modern ice fishing, and for good reason—they drop fast, stay vertical, and offer a compact profile that consistently fools finicky fish. Our Tungsten Ice Jigs collection brings together high-performance jigs built for panfish, perch, and walleye anglers who demand precision under the ice. Whether you’re targeting tight-lipped bluegills in shallow weeds or hunting deeper-water crappies suspended over basins, tungsten gives you the control and sensitivity needed to dial in every bite window. These jigs form the backbone of countless successful ice fishing setups, and the right assortment can completely change the way you approach the hardwater season.

The biggest advantage tungsten offers is density. Because tungsten is significantly heavier than lead, the jig sinks faster without increasing its size. This lets you present smaller profiles that pressured fish naturally respond to—especially during midwinter cold fronts when bigger baits spook more fish than they attract. A compact tungsten jig paired with a subtle plastic or live bait gives you an ultra-natural presentation that stays in the strike zone longer and reacts instantly to your rod movements. It’s one of the most effective ways to trigger bites from selective panfish and neutral walleye, and it’s a technique used by the best anglers across Minnesota and beyond.

Another major benefit of tungsten ice jigs is improved control in deeper water. When fishing for crappies that suspend 20 to 40 feet down, or when targeting perch schools that move quickly across structure, a fast-dropping jig helps you stay on top of the action without wasting time between drops. The added sensitivity also lets you feel light up-bites, soft crappie lifts, or bluegills inhaling the bait without committing aggressively. If you’ve ever missed subtle hits on lead, you’ll immediately notice the difference tungsten makes. These jigs shine in all the situations where precision matters most.

Tungsten jigs also pair perfectly with other ice fishing essentials. Match them with downsized plastics, glow colors for stained water, or larger profiles when targeting perch and walleye during peak feeding windows. If you want to build a complete ice setup, be sure to explore our Ice Fishing Lures & Gear page for spoons, hard baits, and accessories that complement tungsten perfectly. Anglers looking for advanced lure options can also check out our pages for Walleye Ice Fishing Lures or Crappie & Panfish Ice Fishing Lures, which offer species-specific recommendations designed to pair with your tungsten selections.

At Drivn Outdoors, we choose only tungsten jigs that hold their shape, maintain sharp hooks, and offer consistent paint quality even after repeated use. Minnesota winters are tough on gear, and cheap coatings or dull hooks can ruin a day on the ice. The jigs we stock are hand-selected for durability, balance, and performance, giving you confidence whether you’re fishing your home lake or exploring new water. We’re a family-owned business built around the same winter experiences our customers live through, and we take pride in offering tackle that works as hard as you do in brutal weather.

If you’re ready to upgrade your hardwater efficiency, tungsten ice jigs are the smartest place to start. Explore the full collection below and build a lineup designed for precision, consistency, and versatility all season long. When it comes to triggering more bites, catching more fish, and fishing smarter—not harder—tungsten makes all the difference.