Balzer Shirasu IM-12 Perch Light Rod 3-12g

Balzer Shirasu IM-12 Perch Light Rod – 3-12g

The Balzer Shirasu IM-12 Perch Light Rod is a lightweight, finely tuned spinning rod designed for anglers targeting perch and trout with smaller lures. It is the lighter alternative to the Shirasu IM-12 Perch Medium Light, making it particularly well suited to smaller baits and more confined waters.

With a 3–12g casting weight, the rod is designed for light lure fishing while retaining the responsive performance expected from the Shirasu range. The 40Ton IM-12 carbon fibre blank provides a lightweight and sensitive platform, while the ergonomic Duplon handle and quality components keep the overall setup comfortable and well balanced.

Available in two models, weighing just 115g and 125g, the Shirasu IM-12 Perch Light is an excellent choice for anglers who enjoy the precision and feel of light spinning.

Key Features

• Specialist light perch and trout spinning rod
• 3–12g casting weight
• Lighter alternative to the Shirasu IM-12 Perch Medium Light
• Ideal for small lures and smaller waters
• 40Ton IM-12 carbon fibre blank
• Lightweight construction at 115g / 125g
• Precision nylon/stainless steel reel seat
• FUJI screw-in reel seat
• Ergonomic Duplon handle
• Titanium SIC guides, suitable for braided lines
• PRO GUIDE CONCEPT
• Vector Angle Guides
• Precision-ground tongue and groove joints
• Integrated hook holder
• Designed for spinning reels

Lightweight Perch & Trout Performance

The Shirasu IM-12 Perch Light is designed for anglers who prefer a more refined, lightweight approach to perch and trout fishing.

Its 3–12g casting range makes it ideal for smaller baits and lighter lure presentations, while the responsive IM-12 carbon blank provides the sensitivity and control needed for accurate lure work.

Ideal for Smaller Waters

The shorter, lightweight design makes this rod particularly suitable for smaller waters, where compact handling and precise lure placement can be more important than maximum casting distance.

Whether fishing small hardbaits, soft lures or other light spinning presentations, the Shirasu IM-12 Perch Light provides an enjoyable and responsive fishing experience.

40Ton IM-12 Carbon

The 40Ton IM-12 carbon fibre blank delivers a lightweight, responsive foundation for light spinning. At just 115g or 125g depending on the model, the rod is comfortable to fish with while retaining the backbone needed for effective lure fishing.

Precision-ground tongue and groove joints provide accurate section alignment, while the PRO GUIDE CONCEPT and Vector Angle Guides complete the rod's refined design.

Premium Components

The Shirasu IM-12 Perch Light features a FUJI screw-in reel seat, ergonomic Duplon handle and Titanium SIC guides. The guides are also suitable for modern light spinning setups using braided line.

A practical hook holder provides a convenient place to secure your lure when moving between fishing spots.

Specifications

A Refined Light Spinning Rod

The Balzer Shirasu IM-12 Perch Light Rod is the ideal choice when the Medium Light model is more rod than you need. With its 3–12g casting range, 40Ton IM-12 carbon blank and lightweight construction, it's designed for small lures, smaller waters and anglers who enjoy a more delicate approach to perch and trout fishing.

Light, sensitive and finely balanced for small-lure freshwater fishing.