Hunthouse Walking Pencil Topwater Bass Lure

Specifications

Type	Floating topwater pencil bait
Length	140mm
Weight	29g
Depth	Surface
Action	Walk the dog, side-to-side glide
Hooks	Treble hooks, through-wire body
Best for	Largemouth and smallmouth bass, open water and grass flats

Product description

This floating pencil bait is built for the classic walk-the-dog retrieve, the side-to-side darting action that draws reaction strikes from bass holding near the surface. The slim profile and balanced weighting let it cast far and glide with a tight, rhythmic sweep on a slack-line twitch retrieve.

It shines during low-light hours and calm water when bass are keyed on baitfish near the top. Work it over grass flats, points, and open water where fish are chasing shad or shiners. The through-wire construction and treble hooks hold up to solid hits from largemouth and smallmouth alike.

How to fish it

Cast past the target area and let the lure sit until the rings settle.
Use short, sharp downward twitches of the rod tip with slack line to make it walk side to side.
Vary the cadence, pause between series of twitches to let it sit and draw a strike.
Keep steady tension on the retrieve so treble hooks stay pinned on the take.

Frequently asked

What size bass is this lure best suited for?

The 140mm size matches typical adult shad and shiner forage, making it a good all-around choice for average to larger bass in open water.

What water clarity works best for this color pattern?

The pale, translucent finish shown here works well in clear to lightly stained water where a natural baitfish silhouette draws more strikes than a bold color.

What rod and line setup pairs well with this lure?

A medium to medium-heavy fast action rod with 30 to 50lb braid or 12 to 17lb fluorocarbon gives the control needed for a consistent walk-the-dog cadence.

When is the best time to fish this lure?

Early morning and evening during warm months are prime, especially when bass are actively feeding on baitfish near the surface.