Willie Pete's Custom Baits

OG Willie 7” “Ghost Shad”

$125

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Description

The OG Willie is a 7" glidebait that glides, chops, and swims extremely well! This bait is a workhorse, doesn't blow out, and is super stable due to its profile and thickness. Painted by Floyd Wolkins, Pretty Boy Floyd Paint, one of the best bait artists in the country! Hand poured resin swimbait with rotating hook hangers, life-like brush tail, and custom paint. Removable stainless steel hinge pin that allows you to adjust the swim and tune to your liking. The OG comes tuned and ready to catch giant bass right out of the package. 7 inches 2.5 ounces Owner #1 hooks Slow sink

Specifications

Category

Glide Baits

Weight

2.5 oz (71 g)

Length

7 in (178 mm)

Sink Rate

slow sink

Target Species

bass

Techniques

casting

Water Column

subsurface

Action

glide

Conditions

clear water, open water

Field Notes

Best for targeting giant bass around open water, points, and other areas where a steady glide can trigger reaction bites. Use a slow, deliberate retrieve with pauses and occasional chops to make the bait swim and turn naturally. The stable body and tuning options make it useful when you want a big-profile bait that stays controllable.

Pros

  • Stable glidebait that doesn't blow out
  • Hand-poured resin construction
  • Customizable tuning with removable hinge pin
  • Life-like brush tail and custom paint

Cons

  • Expensive
  • Large profile may be intimidating for beginners
  • Requires specialized glidebait retrieve

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