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Pug Pencil Popper - 145mm

$38

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Description

Designed for bluewater fishing, the handcrafted timber Pug Pencil Popper 145 creates surface commotion that predatory species can't ignore. Its deep cupped face generates splash and noise, triggering explosive strikes from GTs, Red Bass, Tuna, Coral Trout, and more. Handcrafted from timber and built tough, this lure features 1.6mm through-wire construction and premium hardware for durability against hard-fighting pelagic species. Cast, retrieve, and prepare for unforgettable action on the water! Body Length: 145mm Depth: Surface Weight: 60g Approx Hooks: 2/0 X6 STRONG VMC All lures are essentially handcrafted, slight variances may occur & each lure is unique.

Fishing Profile

Lure
Best for
Inshore, Offshore, Tuna
Presentation
Surface, Pencil Popper Surface Splash And Noise (deep Cupped Face), Floating
Techniques
Casting, Topwater
Conditions
Open Water, Low Light
Size5.71 in (145 mm), 2.12 oz (60 g)
SeasonYear Round
WaterSaltwater

Field Notes

Use in bluewater/offshore conditions where you can cast and work the lure across the surface. Retrieve to create splash and noise from the deep cupped face, then pause or vary speed to trigger reaction strikes from pelagic predators.

Pros

  • Deep cupped face creates splash and noise for reaction strikes
  • Handcrafted timber build with through-wire construction
  • Premium hardware and strong VMC hooks for hard-fighting pelagics

Cons

  • Surface popper style requires active retrieval and visibility
  • Handcrafted lures may have slight variances between units

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