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Smithwick · Prop Baits
Smithwick Devil's Horse Topwater, 4.5 in, 3/8 oz, White/Black Stripes
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Options
- Item weight
- 0.38 Ounces
- Product dimensions
- 4.5 x 1 x 1 inches
Quick take
A legendary 4.5-inch topwater lure with front and rear propellers that create action without moving forward far.
A 4.5-inch topwater prop bait in white with black stripes, weighing 3/8 ounce, built to churn the surface for bass. Its twin propellers can be set to throw more water for a slower retrieve or bent back for a quicker, quieter one, so an angler can match the bait to the water and the mood of the fish.
Best for
- Prespawn largemouth bass in southern spring tournaments
- Clear streams for smallmouth any time of year
- Teasing fish into striking with aggressive but short-range commotion
Skip if
- You need distance casting; this lure stays in place more than it moves forward
- You prefer silent topwater; the propellers make significant noise
Strengths
- Adjustable propellers allow you to throw water and work slower or bend back for speed
- Creates action and noise in a tight area, teasing fish into striking
- Legendary reputation backed by tournament wins and regional success
Trade-offs
- Its strength is in short-range teasing, not covering water
- Propellers can catch weeds and line twist; often needs a small swivel
- 1/2 oz is heavy for very light line or small stream applications
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Topwater
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Facts
| Lure weight | 3/8 oz |
|---|---|
| Length | 4.5 in |
| Hook size | #6 |
| Color | White/Black Stripes |
| Color family | White |
| Target species | Bass, Walleye, Striped bass and Trout |
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 | Target species | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smithwick Devil's Horse Topwater, 4.5 in, 3/8 oz, White/Black Stripes | Lure weight:3/8 oz | Length:4.5 in | Hook size:#6 | Target species:Bass, Walleye, Striped bass and Trout | Color:White/Black Stripes | Suits:Clear and stained water, bass, trout, walleye and striped bass |
| Smithwick Devil's Horse Topwater, 4.5 in, 3/8 oz, Yellow/Black Stripes | Lure weight:3/8 oz | Length:4.5 in | Hook size:#6 | Target species:Bass, Walleye, Striped bass and Trout | Color:Yellow/Black Stripes | Suits:Stained and muddy water, bass, trout, walleye and striped bass |
| Smithwick Devil's Horse Topwater Lure, 4.5 in, 1/2 oz | Lure weight:1/2 oz | Length:4.5 in | Hook size:#6 | Target species:Bass, Walleye, Striped bass and Trout | Color:Chrome/Black Back | Suits:Clear and stained water, bass, trout, walleye and striped bass |
| Smithwick Devil's Horse Topwater, 4.5 in, 1/2 oz, White/Black Stripes | Lure weight:1/2 oz | Length:4.5 in | Hook size:#6 | Target species:Bass, Walleye, Striped bass and Trout | Color:White/Black Stripes | Suits:Clear and stained water, bass, trout, walleye and striped bass |
How it compares
| Product | Lure weight | Length | Hook size | Color | Target species |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smithwick Devil's Horse Topwater, 4.5 in, 3/8 oz, White/Black Stripes | Lure weight:3/8 oz | Length:4.5 in | Hook size:#6 | Color:White/Black Stripes | Target species:Bass, Walleye, Striped bass and Trout |
| Heddon Torpedo Prop-Bait Topwater Lure, 1/4 ozPick it if you want a small 1 7/8-inch, 1/4-ounce propeller topwater in Baby Bass for bass, pike or panfish. | Lure weight:0.25 oz | Length:1.875 in | Hook size:#6 | Color:Baby Bass | Target species:Bass, pike, panfish |
| Berkley Choppo Topwater Lure, 90 mm, 1/2 oz, MF ShadPick it if you want a floating 3.5 inch prop bait in the MF Shad pattern for shallow bass topwater work. | Lure weight:0.5 oz | Length:3.5 in | Hook size:5 | Color:MF Shad | Target species:Bass |
| River2Sea Whopper Plopper 75 Chrome | Lure weight:9/16 oz | Length:3 in | Hook size:#4 | Color:Chrome Black | Target species:Pike & musky |
| Cotton Cordell Boy Howdy | Lure weight:3/8 oz | Length:4.5 in | Hook size:#6 | Color:Frog | Target species:— |
| Cotton Cordell Crazy Shad Spinning Topwater, 3 in, 3/8 oz | Lure weight:3/8 oz | Length:3 in | Hook size:#4 | Color:Chrome Black Back | Target species:— |
What can I catch with this?
- Bass
- Trout
- Walleye
- Striped bass
When and where to fish it
Its white or pearl pattern stays visible in lightly stained water and under cloud.
- Clarity
- Clear
- Stained
- Light
- Overcast
What it imitates
Its white or pearl pattern imitates shad.
- Shad
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome/Black Back/Orange Belly, Yellow/Black Striper, Yellow/Black Stripes | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| Chrome/Black Back, Chrome/Blue Back | Flashes like a baitfish in clear to lightly stained water. |
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| White/Black StripesThis one | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Perch | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Black Back/Dark Green Scale | Shows a solid outline in muddy water, at dusk and at night. |
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Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 4.5-Inch-3/8-Ounce, 4.5-Inch, 3/8-OunceThis one | An all-round size for bass and walleye on medium spinning or baitcasting gear. | — |
| 4.5-Inch, 1/2-Ounce | Casts farther and handles wind and bigger fish. | — |
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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