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Hardgill Midnight

$85

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Description

Size: 5.75 inches long Weight: 1.5 - 2 oz

Specifications

Category

Swimbaits

Weight

1.5 oz (43 g)

Length

5.75 in (146 mm)

Target Species

bass

Techniques

casting

Water Column

subsurface

Action

realistic swimming action

Conditions

clear water, vegetation, open water

Field Notes

This is a hardgill-style swimbait meant to imitate a bluegill or similar forage. It is best used with steady casting retrieves around cover, docks, weed edges, and other areas where bass key on larger prey. The larger profile and realistic shape make it a good search bait when fish are feeding on bluegill.

Pros

  • Realistic bluegill profile
  • Large, bass-attracting size
  • Good for targeting bigger fish

Cons

  • Pricey compared with standard lures
  • May be too large for pressured or small-bait situations

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