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Baby Hardgill Labradorite

$60

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Description

4.5" Length, Weight .95 oz and 1.10 oz

Specifications

Category

Swimbaits

Weight

0.95 oz (27 g)

Length

4.5 in (114 mm)

Target Species

bass

Techniques

casting

Water Column

variable

Action

swimming baitfish/bluegill imitation

Conditions

clear water, open water

Field Notes

A hardgill-style swimbait is best for imitating bluegill around bass holding near cover. Cast it along docks, weed edges, laydowns, and shallow-to-mid depth structure, then retrieve steadily with occasional pauses or twitches to trigger reaction strikes.

Pros

  • Realistic bluegill profile
  • Good for targeting pressured bass around cover
  • Multiple weight options for tuning retrieve speed

Cons

  • May be too large for finesse situations
  • Not ideal in heavy vegetation or very dirty water

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