Strike King · Shaky Heads
Strike King Jointed Structure Head, 3/8 oz, 2-Pack, Z-Bend Hook
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- Item weight
- 1.12 ounces
- Product dimensions
- 1 x 1 x 1 inches
Quick take
Jointed jig heads with free-swinging Z-bend hook that provides maximum soft plastic movement on slow retrieves along structure.
This 3/8 ounce Strike King Jointed Structure Head pairs a free-swinging Z-bend black nickel hook with a cobra-style head that keeps soft plastics in contact with the bottom. Its chip-resistant powder coat suits anglers who fish hard cover and want the bait to move on every slow retrieve. Depending on the trailer, it can be rigged as a worm rig, a shaky head or a jig.
Best for
- Crawling soft plastic baits along the lake bottom
- Working rocky structure and deep transitions
- Getting strikes on bottom-hugging presentations
Skip if
- You need a weedless jig head for heavy vegetation
- You prefer faster retrieve speeds
Strengths
- Z-bend hook swing gives soft plastics lifelike movement
- Cobra head design minimizes hook gap while maintaining bite geometry
- Powder coat finish resists chipping on rocks
Trade-offs
- Jointed design adds complexity; less durable than solid heads
- Free-swinging hook catches bottom and vegetation easily
- 3/8 oz weight limits deep water applications
Fishing fit
- Species
- Bass
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Bottom fishing
- Finesse
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | shaky head jig |
|---|---|
| Weight | 3/8 oz |
| Count | 2 |
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Green Pumpkin, Watermelon Red | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Bama Craw, Blue Craw | Matches crawfish in cold to cool, stained water early in the season. |
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| Black BlueThis one | Shows a solid outline in muddy water, at dusk and at night. |
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Which one should I pick?
| Version | Lure weight | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strike King Jointed Structure Head, 3/8 oz, 2-Pack, Z-Bend Hook | Lure weight:3/8 oz | Color:Black Blue | Suits:— |
| Strike King Jointed Structure Head, 3/4 oz, Bama Craw, 2 Pack | Lure weight:— | Color:Bama Craw | Suits:— |
| Strike King Jointed Structure Head, 1/2 oz, Black Blue, 2 Pack | Lure weight:— | Color:Black Blue | Suits:— |
Facts
| Lure weight | 3/8 oz |
|---|---|
| Color | Black Blue |
| Color family | Dark |
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