The Piglet Shad is molded with two densities of PVC. The belly half of the bait is salted which makes it sink belly down with more balance and stability in retrieve. The rounded paddle tail of the Piglet Shad results in a slight belly-flash. If you want a more steady swing to it, trim the upper and lower part of the paddle with a pair of scissors. Piglet Shad has a slot in the back as well as in the belly for easy rigging and higher hook-up ratio when texas rigged. Piglet Shad is created in an Eco-friendly production with minimal ecological footprints. The PVC plastic used is Phthalate-free and odorless.