Savage Gear · Paddle-Tail Swimbaits
Savage Gear Sandeel Swimbait, 5 in, 4/5 oz, Mackerel
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- Item weight
- 22.68 g
- Product dimensions
- 0.85 x 3.25 x 7.75 inches
Quick take
A 7 in soft plastic sandeel with paddle tail, two tie points, and durable 5X BKK hooks.
The smallest Sandeel in the Savage Gear range here, this one is 5 in long and weighs 4/5 oz, in a Mackerel pattern. It has a paddle tail for a kicking swim and two tie points for varying the presentation. It suits bass anglers who want a compact sandeel profile.
Best for
- Pike and musky in saltwater or estuaries
- Adjustable presentations with two tie points
- Natural sandeel profiles for predatory fish
Skip if
- You need floating or topwater action
- You fish small panfish
Strengths
- Two tie points adjust depth for shallow or deep
- 5X BKK hooks provide durability in saltwater
- Paddle tail creates full-body kicking action
Trade-offs
- Holographic eyes may wear off with use
- Bait keeper requires proper rigging technique
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Jigging
What can I catch with this?
- Bass
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
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| Chartreuse White, Pink Glow, Pink/White | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| Ghost Herring | Gives a see-through baitfish look in clear water and bright sun. |
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| Blue Silver, Dirty Silver, Sexy Shad | Flashes like a baitfish in clear to lightly stained water. |
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| Real Pearl | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Brown Sandeel, Green Back, Green Glow | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 5 in - 4/5 oz, 5" 4/5ozThis one | Casts farther and handles wind and bigger fish. | — |
| 6 in - 1 1/2 oz, 6" 1 1/2 oz, 7 in - 2 1/3 oz, 7.5 in - 3 1/2 oz, 8 in - 5 1/3 oz | 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 | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Savage Gear Sandeel Swimbait, 5 in, 4/5 oz, Mackerel | Lure weight:0.8 oz | Length:5 in | Color:Mackerel | Suits:Bass |
| Savage Gear Sandeel Swimbait, 6 in, 1 1/2 oz, Mackerel | Lure weight:1 1/2 oz | Length:6 in | Color:Mackerel | Suits:Bass |
| Savage Gear Sandeel Swimbait, 7 in, 2 1/3 oz, Chartreuse White | Lure weight:2.333 oz | Length:7 in | Color:Chartreuse White | Suits:Stained and muddy water, bass |
| Savage Gear Sandeel Paddle-Tail Swimbait, 7 in, 2.3 oz | Lure weight:2.333 oz | Length:7 in | Color:Dirty Silver | Suits:Clear and stained water, bass |
| Savage Gear Sandeel Swimbait, 7.5 in, 3 1/2 oz, Real Pearl | Lure weight:3 1/2 oz | Length:7.5 in | Color:Real Pearl | Suits:Clear and stained water, bass |
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 | 0.8 oz |
|---|---|
| Length | 5 in |
| Color | Mackerel |
| Target species | Bass |
Common questions
How much does it weigh?
It weighs 0.8 oz.
How long is it?
It is 5 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is Mackerel.
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