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Z-MAN · Bladed Jigs (Chatterbait-style)
Z-Man ChatterBait, 1/2 oz, Greenback Shad
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- Item weight
- 3.2 ounces
- Product dimensions
- 6.1 x 2.8 x 1.14 inches
Quick take
A 1/2 oz bladed swim jig that combines crankbait action with jig and spinnerbait characteristics.
The Z-Man 1/2 oz ChatterBait in Greenback Shad is a bladed jig for bass anglers who want a bait that can be worked through cover. Anglers often fish it over submerged grass, letting it tick the tops before snatching it free. Varying the retrieve speed covers different depths, and adding a trailer changes the profile.
Best for
- Covering the water column with varying retrieve speeds
- Bass of all sizes in diverse conditions
- Anglers wanting a versatile bait
Skip if
- You fish shallow water only
- You need maximum finesse presentation
Strengths
- Hex-shaped blade creates unmatched vibration and flash
- Doesn't hydroplane even on fast retrieves
- Versatile weight range available for multiple depths
Trade-offs
- Heavier than micro size, requires medium to heavy tackle
- Blade can tangle with soft plastic trailers if not careful
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Jigging
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | bladed swim jig |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1/2 oz |
| Hook | Needle point 5/0 |
| Blade | Hex-shaped ChatterBlade |
What can I catch with this?
- Bass
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
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 | 1/2 oz |
|---|---|
| Color | Green Back Shad |
| Color family | Shad and silver |
| Target species | Bass |
Common questions
How much does it weigh?
It weighs 1/2 oz.
What color is this version?
This version is Green Back Shad.
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