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Alwonder · Hair Jigs & Bucktails
Alwonder Bucktail Jig, 1/4 oz, Red&White
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Options
- Item weight
- 1.25 ounces
Quick take
Hand-tied bucktail jigs with holographic scaled bodies designed for casting and vertical jigging in saltwater and freshwater.
Best for
- Vertical jigging for deep-water bass and stripers
- Casting over structure for flounder and redfish
- Winter jigging in cold saltwater
Skip if
- You fish shallow water consistently
- You need ultralight jigs weighing under 1/2 oz
Strengths
- Oversized 3D eyes create flash and movement that mimics a wounded baitfish
- Hand-tied bucktail hair creates lifelike fluttering action in the water column
- Holographic scaling reflects light and attracts predatory fish from distance
Trade-offs
- Hand-tied construction means each jig varies slightly in shape and balance
- Bucktail hair sheds over time and requires replacement after multiple fish
- 1 oz weight limits effective casting distance without heavier tackle
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Jigging
- Skill level
- Intermediate
What can I catch with this?
- Bass
- Striped bass
- Redfish
- Flounder
When and where to fish it
Its craw or red pattern suits stained water.
- Clarity
- Stained
What it imitates
Its craw or red pattern imitates crawfish.
- Crawfish
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Chartreuse, Pink | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| White | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Red&WhiteThis one | Matches crawfish in cold to cool, stained water early in the season. |
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Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 1/4oz-5 PackThis one | An all-round size for bass and walleye on medium spinning or baitcasting gear. | — |
| 1/2oz-5 Pack | Casts farther and handles wind and bigger fish. | — |
| 1oz-5 Pack, 2oz-5 Pack | A big profile for pike, musky and striped bass in big water. |
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Which one should I pick?
Choose the version by the size your rod and line can cast, then choose the color by water clarity.
| Version | Lure weight | Length | Hook size | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alwonder Bucktail Jig, 1/4 oz, Red&White | Lure weight:1/4 oz | Length:2 in | Hook size:3/0 | Color:Red&White | Suits:Stained water, bass, striped bass, redfish and flounder |
| Alwonder Bucktail Jig, 1/2 oz, White | Lure weight:1/2 oz | Length:2.4 in | Hook size:4/0 | Color:White | Suits:Clear and stained water, bass, striped bass, redfish and flounder |
| Alwonder Bucktail Hair Jigs, 1 oz, 2-4/5 in, White, 5-Pack | Lure weight:1 oz | Length:2.8 in | Hook size:5/0 | Color:White | Suits:Clear and stained water, bass, striped bass, redfish and flounder |
| Alwonder Bucktail Jig, 1 oz, Red&White | Lure weight:1 oz | Length:— | Hook size:— | Color:Red&White | Suits:Stained water, bass, striped bass, redfish and flounder |
About this type
A lure is an artificial bait that draws a strike with its shape, color and movement.
Each kind is built for certain depths and ways of fishing.
Weight decides how far a lure casts and what rod and line it needs; color changes how visible it is in the water.
Facts
| Lure weight | 1/4 oz |
|---|---|
| Length | 2 in |
| Hook size | 3/0 |
| Pack count | 5 |
| Color | Red&White |
| Color family | Craw and red |
| Target species | Bass, Flounder, Striped bass and Redfish |
Common questions
How much does it weigh?
It weighs 1/4 oz.
How long is it?
It is 2 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is Red&White.
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