What is this bottom fishing rig?

From the photo, I can’t confidently identify the brand of the rig itself. The hardware looks like a pre-tied saltwater/dropper rig, but there isn’t a visible package label or stamped branding on the components.

A few clues:

• The red bead/attractor
• Pre-crimped sleeves
• Coastlock-style clip/swivel hardware
• Clear monofilament leader

Those features are common on rigs sold by brands like Eagle Claw, Owner, VMC, AFW, Mustad, or generic tackle-house rigs, but I wouldn’t want to guess and mislead you.

Best way to identify it

Check for:

• Packaging on the zip bag or backing card
• Tiny etching/stamping on the swivel or clip
• Any item number printed on the label

If you want, send a closer photo of the packaging, hook, swivel, or clip, and I can usually narrow it down fast.

A coastlock clip is a strong, easy-open fishing snap used to quickly attach lures, rigs, or leaders to your line.

What it is

It’s a type of snap swivel/clip with:

• a wire gate that opens sideways
• a secure locking shape that helps prevent the lure from slipping out
• often paired with a swivel to reduce line twist

Why anglers use it

• Fast lure changes
• Strong hold for bigger baits or hard-pulling fish
• Good for surf, pier, boat, and inshore fishing
• Helpful when you’re switching between rigs quickly

When to use it

A coastlock clip is great for:

• Spoons
• Jigs
• Topwaters
• Pre-tied rigs
• Leader setups

When not to use it

If you want the most natural lure action, some anglers prefer to tie directly to the lure instead of using a clip. Smaller lures can sometimes work better without hardware.

Simple rule

• Need speed and strength? Coastlock clip.
• Need max lure action? Tie directly.

If you want, I can also show you the difference between a coastlock clip, snap swivel, and crosslock snap.

Absolutely — here’s the quick breakdown:

1) Coastlock clip

• Heavy-duty snap
• Opens with a side-loading wire gate
• Very popular for saltwater, surf, and bigger lures
• Great when you want strength + quick lure changes

Best for: spoons, plugs, rigs, heavier leaders

2) Snap swivel

• A snap attached to a swivel
• The swivel helps reduce line twist
• Very handy for spinners, spoons, live-bait rigs, and trolling
• Slightly bulkier than a plain snap

Best for: lures that spin, cut bait, trolling setups

3) Crosslock snap

• A strong snap style where the wire locks across itself
• Often more secure than basic snaps
• Common in bass, pike, and saltwater applications
• Good balance of strength and lure freedom

Best for: medium-to-heavy lures, toothy fish, hard fighters

Simple comparison

• Most secure for heavy use: Coastlock or crosslock
• Best for line twist: Snap swivel
• Least bulky / most natural action: Tie direct

If you’re using that rig in your photo, a coastlock clip is often chosen because it’s strong and easy to swap without retying.

If you want, I can also give you a “which one should I use for your fishing style” chart for bass, trout, catfish, and saltwater.

I can’t directly display new images here, but I can point you to a few good references and describe exactly what to look for.

Good visual reference

Here’s a search that will show clear examples of coastlock snaps/clips:

• Google Images: coastlock snap fishing

What a coastlock looks like

Look for:

• a small metal clip
• a thicker wire gate
• a shape that looks a bit like a mini safety-pin / safety clasp
• sometimes attached to a swivel

In your photo

The clip at the lower left is very likely a coastlock-style snap or a very similar heavy-duty snap. The giveaway is the strong wire gate and elongated body designed to hold lures securely.

Related video

This Cal Coast Fishing video is a solid terminal tackle reference and shows the kind of snap/swivel hardware anglers commonly use:

• Tackle Tips: the BEST Terminal Tackle System

If you want, I can also mark up your photo by describing exactly which part is the coastlock and which parts are the swivel/bead/leader.