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LUCKY CRAFT · Walking Baits
LUCKY CRAFT Gunfish 117 Topwater Lure, 4.5 in, 270 MS American Shad
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Options
- Item weight
- 0.6 Ounces
- Product dimensions
- 6.8 x 4.1 x 0.5 inches
Quick take
A 117mm topwater walking bait that spits and glides side to side in a wide profile.
Best for
- Early morning schooling bass around points and grass
- Chop and windy conditions requiring a visible lure
- Low-light and dawn biting windows
Skip if
- You prefer subtle presentations in clear water
- You need precise casting distance in wind
Strengths
- Large profile creates displaced water and vibration
- Cupped mouth spits water for added attraction
- Internal balance aids long casts and wind performance
Trade-offs
- Large 117mm size requires heavier rod and line
- Aggressive action demands frequent rod work
- Wide walk pattern demands open water and avoids cover
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Topwater
- Skill level
- Intermediate
What can I catch with this?
- Bass
- Trout
When and where to fish it
Its silver baitfish pattern suits clear to lightly stained water.
- Clarity
- Clear
- Stained
- Light
- Bright
- Overcast
What it imitates
Its silver baitfish pattern imitates shad.
- Shad
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 250 Chartreuse Shad | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| 238 Ghost Minnow, 292 Lake Murray Clear | Gives a see-through baitfish look in clear water and bright sun. |
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| 074 Chrome, 270 MS American Shad, 419 BP Golden ShinerThis one | Flashes like a baitfish in clear to lightly stained water. |
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| 110 Bone Shad, 139 Original Bone, 183 Pearl Threadfin Shad, 371 Bone Pro Blue | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| 179 Flake Flake Golden Sexy Minnow | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| 052 Aurora Black | Shows a solid outline in muddy water, at dusk and at night. |
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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 | Length | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Craft Gunfish 117 Walking Bait, Bone Shad, 117mm | Length:4.5 in | Color:110 Bone Shad | Suits:Clear and stained water, bass and trout |
| LUCKY CRAFT Gunfish 117 Topwater Lure, 4.5 in, 270 MS American Shad | Length:4.5 in | Color:270 MS American Shad | Suits:Clear and stained water, bass and trout |
| LUCKY CRAFT Gunfish 117 Topwater Lure, 371 Bone Pro Blue | Length:4.5 in | Color:371 Bone Pro Blue | Suits:Clear and stained water, bass and trout |
| LUCKY CRAFT Gunfish 117 Topwater Lure, 419 BP Golden Shiner | Length:4.5 in | Color:419 BP Golden Shiner | Suits:Clear and stained water, bass and trout |
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
| Length | 4.5 in |
|---|---|
| Buoyancy | Floating |
| Color | 270 MS American Shad |
| Color family | Shad and silver |
| Target species | Trout and Bass |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 4.5 in long.
Does it float or sink?
It is a floating lure.
What color is this version?
This version is 270 MS American Shad.
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