This has addressed before I am sure. I am about to take the tungsten plunge to see. Do these high $$$ weights really make a difference? What would you say the greatest advantages are? Thanks

Only advantage i have found is the smaller sizes of the heavy flippin' weights! When using fluoro or braid i do not think they make a big difference in sensitivity!

Increased sensitivity, I have found that I can read the bottom composition much better. IMO that is the biggest and only advantage. This is all I use.

I like the acoustic properties of tungsten, louder than any other kind of sinker material.

You'll notice a small difference for sure, but like what others have said the real benefit comes in the smaller package.

I didnt think it would make that big of a difference making the switch. But I was wrong, fishing with tungsten makes it so I can feel the bottom and I know exactly what my bait is touching. Also the size makes a huge difference, using a 3/8oz to punch through weeds the bait just glides straight down. The cost might be a little higher, but if you think about it a good crankbait is $6+ so if you have a $2 weight with a $.30 hook and a $.50 bait. You have one fine looking setup all with premium components all at around $3. I strongly advise you to use some tungsten I think you will be satisfied.

Use it and I think you'll say "Man these are nice" 8-)

You'll notice a small difference for sure, but like what others have said the real benefit comes in the smaller package.

i agree. Lead seems kind of clunky in comparison. You have to decide if its worth the extra coin.

When I first tried it, I really didn't want to like them because of the price.  After using them, I really like tungsten wieghts.  Like everyone is saying, you can really feel the bottom better.

I can tell a big difference. Remember though, if your using them with a Zebco and generic line you might want to stick with lead. The better the other components your fishing with the better they work together. JMO

Just do it. If you dont like 'em you can give 'em to me next weekend....you know, since you jacked my jigs and all....

Been having the same thoughts and I took the plunge today and bought some of the Tungsten weights, Ike Weed Wackers and pegs.  Will be trying them out in the am.

Later,

Sensitivity, they are much better than lead. And as already stated, you will really feel the difference with a good rod and line.

I am a huge advocate of tungsten flippin' weights.  Like others have said it depends on what setup you are using.  I have a Daiwa Zillion flippin' stick and use braid and I can feel EVERYTHING!

I've just always used lead.

It's a no-brainer....tungsten is significantly better.  

The tungsten jigs, spinnerbaits, and buzzbaits allow you to throw a smaller bait farther and in the case of spinnerbaits and jigs, sink deeper. They are good when the bass want a smaller profile.

I like tungsten here on the upper bay and the potomac because when your trying to throw 1 1/2 oz in lead its a huge hunk of metal and it usually just hits the mat and stops tungsten is 1/2 the size for the same weight and normally gets through. I also like the smaller tungsten screw lock for my senkos and creature type baits because your mainly fishing grass and its a smaller profile so it gets through grass easily. Just my opinion.

I was a doubter in tungsten till yesterday.  Went out and was fishing a Power Hawg with a 3/16oz tungsten weight and on the first cast I could feel the bait hit the bottom every time and when it didn't hit the bottom I knew I had a fish.

I am believer in them know, that is for sure.

Later,

I really like the Tungsten but kinda pricey

tungsten is to hook fishermen not fish. ;D

Don't have tungsten, but do use brass sometimes.  I'll use lead until it's no longer available, because it's cheaper.   There are certainly times it's nice to have a harder weight too and I'll stick to brass for that.