Metalhead Custom Musky Baits

Squirrelly Burt

$60

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Description

One of my favorite models to fish. Custom Metalhead painted Squirrelly Burt. 🪨 Weighted model... with synthetic tied tail.

Specifications

Category

Topwater Baits

Weight

2.5 oz (71 g)

Length

8 in (203 mm)

Sink Rate

floating

Target Species

bass

Techniques

casting, topwater

Water Column

surface

Running Depth

0 ft

Action

surface wobble with tail movement

Conditions

low light, open water

Field Notes

This is a topwater hard bait with a weighted body and synthetic tail, designed to be fished on the surface. It should be worked with steady retrieves, pauses, or short twitches to create surface disturbance and draw reaction strikes. Best around low-light periods or over open water when fish are feeding up.

Pros

  • Surface presentation can trigger aggressive strikes
  • Weighted body helps casting distance
  • Tail adds extra movement and profile

Cons

  • Topwater-only presentation limits depth coverage
  • May be less effective in heavy wind or rough water

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