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Savage Gear Pulse Tail Bluegill RTF, 3/8 oz, 3 in, Ghost Gill
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- Item weight
- 0.04 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 0.84 x 5.75 x 5 inches
Quick take
Realistic bluegill imitation with 3D photoprint, pulse tail action, and rattle for panfish and crappie.
This is the Ghost Gill finish of the 3-inch, 3/8 oz Pulse Tail, sold as a two-pack of soft swimbaits. It shares the size and body of the Bluegill finish, so the only difference you will see on the shelf is the color. The paddling tail creates motion and vibration on the retrieve, and foam rattles built into the body add sound. It is the smaller of the two Pulse Tail RTF sizes, which makes it a fit for anglers who want a second, lighter swimbait in the same profile.
Best for
- Crappie fishing over structure and downed timber
- Panfish in lakes and ponds
- Finesse presentations in clear water
Skip if
- You fish only open water without cover
- You prefer larger swimbaits for bass
Strengths
- 3D photoprint and holographic eyes look like real bluegill up close
- Active pulse tail creates erratic motion that triggers aggressive strikes
- Small 3/8 oz weight suits light tackle and precise casting
Trade-offs
- Small size limits casting distance on heavier rods
- Pulse tail design is delicate; can tear on rough structure
- Rattle may spook wary crappie in heavily pressured water
Fishing fit
- Species
- Panfish
- Crappie
- Bass
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Jigging
- Casting
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Facts
| Length | 3 in |
|---|---|
| Lure weight | 0.375 oz |
| Pack count | 2 pack |
| Rattle | Foam rattles |
| Finish | Ghost Gill |
| Color | Ghost Gill |
| Color family | Translucent |
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 | Lure weight | Pack count | Hooks | Finish | Minimum diving depth | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Savage Gear Pulse Tail RTF Bluegill, 3/8 oz, 3 in, 2-Pack | Length:3 in | Lure weight:0.375 oz | Pack count:2 pack | Hooks:Heavy-duty EWG | Finish:Photo-print Bluegill | Minimum diving depth:4 ft | Suits:Mid (5 to 12 ft), clear water |
| Savage Gear Pulse Tail Bluegill RTF, 3/8 oz, 3 in, Ghost Gill | Length:3 in | Lure weight:0.375 oz | Pack count:2 pack | Hooks:— | Finish:Ghost Gill | Minimum diving depth:— | Suits:Clear water |
| Savage Gear Pulse Tail Bluegill RTF Soft Bait, 1 oz, 4 in, Bluegill | Length:4 in | Lure weight:1 oz | Pack count:1 pack | Hooks:Heavy-duty EWG | Finish:Photo-print Bluegill | Minimum diving depth:4 ft | Suits:Mid (5 to 12 ft), clear water |
How it compares
| Product | Length | Lure weight | Pack count | Color |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Savage Gear Pulse Tail Bluegill RTF, 3/8 oz, 3 in, Ghost GillPick it if you want the 3-inch, 3/8 oz Pulse Tail in the Ghost Gill finish, sold as a two-pack, instead of the Bluegill pattern. | Length:3 in | Lure weight:0.375 oz | Pack count:2 pack | Color:Ghost Gill |
| Yamamoto Kreature, 4 in, 7-PackPick it if you want the June Bug Purple with emerald flake in a 4-inch Kreature for Texas-rigged cover fishing or as a trailer on a jig. | Length:4 in | Lure weight:— | Pack count:7 count | Color:June Bug Purple with Emerald Flake |
| Strike King Rage Bug Crawfish Lure, 4 in, Junebug, 7-PackPick it if you want seven 4-inch Junebug craws, coffee-scented, to flip or Texas-rig for bass in one pack. | Length:4 in | Lure weight:— | Pack count:7 | Color:Junebug |
| Berkley PowerBait Pit Boss, 4 inches, Green Pumpkin, 8-PackPick it if you flip or pitch a 4 inch Green Pumpkin craw into heavy cover for bass and want a pack of 8 with a slotted hook keeper. | Length:4 in | Lure weight:— | Pack count:8 count | Color:Green Pumpkin |
| Savage Gear 3D Crab TPE Soft Bait, 1/4 oz, Natural PeelerPick it if you want a 1-inch Natural Peeler crab, pre-rigged on a jig head, for light tackle and panfish. | Length:1 in | Lure weight:1/4 oz | Pack count:2 | Color:Natural Peeler |
| Rapala CrushCity Bronco Bug Creature Bait, 4 in, Sprayed GrassPick it if you want a 4 inch Sprayed Grass creature bait that sinks and can be rigged from either side for bass in grass. | Length:4 in | Lure weight:— | Pack count:6 count | Color:Sprayed Grass |
Common questions
What size is the Savage Gear Pulse Tail Ghost Gill?
The Ghost Gill Pulse Tail is 3 inches long and weighs 3/8 oz. It is sold as a two-pack, so each order brings two baits in the same size and color. The 4-inch Bluegill Pulse Tail is the larger single option in the line.
Does the Savage Gear Pulse Tail Ghost Gill have a rattle?
Yes, it has foam rattles built into its body, which add sound to the tail's motion on the retrieve. The Ghost Gill is a 3-inch, 3/8 oz two-pack, so both baits in the pack carry the rattles.
How many Ghost Gill Pulse Tails come in a pack?
The Ghost Gill Pulse Tail is sold as a two-pack, with two 3-inch baits at 3/8 oz each. That is a smaller count than the 4-inch Bluegill, which is sold as one bait at 1 oz.
Is the Ghost Gill Pulse Tail a bluegill imitation?
It is molded after a bluegill, but it wears the Ghost Gill finish rather than the Bluegill pattern. Its 3-inch size and paddling tail match the Bluegill two-pack, so it covers the same forage profile in a different color.
When and where to fish it
Its see-through pattern suits clear water in bright light.
- Clarity
- Clear
- Light
- Bright
What it imitates
Its see-through pattern imitates minnows.
- Minnow
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Chartreuse Gill | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| Ghost GillThis one | Gives a see-through baitfish look in clear water and bright sun. |
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| Bluegill, Bream, Pumpkinseed | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Black Gill | Shows a solid outline in muddy water, at dusk and at night. |
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Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8 oz (3 in)This one | An all-round size for bass and walleye on medium spinning or baitcasting gear. | — |
| 1 oz (4 in) | A big profile for pike, musky and striped bass in big water. |
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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.
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