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Berkley Krej FFS Jerkbait
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SKU: 1612903-BERKLEY
Overview
Built for anglers using forward-facing sonar, this hard bait is designed around a distinctive upward-moving retrieve that then slides back toward the target on the pause. That action can help keep the lure in the strike zone longer and gives a different presentation than a conventional jerkbait. It can be fished sub-surface or topwater, making it a versatile option when you want to work fish with a more controlled, reactive cadence. The 4-inch profile comes with two #6 hooks and is sold as a single lure.
Why Hunters Choose the Berkley
Upturned Bill
An upward move and backward
Use Forward-facing
Sonar for controlled presentation
Can Be
Fished sub-surface or topwater, adding
Unique Ascending
Darting action when worked gives
Sinking Design
A pause-triggered back slide helps
Key Features
- 4-inch hard bait with an upturned, backwards bill design
- Built for use with forward-facing sonar
- Sinking lure that can be fished sub-surface or topwater
- Unique ascending and darting action when worked
- Falls backward on the pause to stay in the strike zone longer
- Includes two #6 hooks; quantity per pack: 1
Best Used For
- Anglers using forward-facing sonar to track and work fish in real time
- Jerkbait users wanting an unconventional ascending-and-falling presentation
- Sub-surface or topwater fishing situations where a unique hard bait is useful
- Hunters and anglers who prefer precise lure control and longer strike-zone time
- Single-lure setups for targeting fish with a 4-inch sinking hard bait
Specifications
| Action | Unique ascending and darting action when worked |
|---|---|
| Bill Design | Backwards bill design intended for use with forward-facing sonar |
| Fishing Depth | Can be fished sub-surface or topwater |
| Forward Facing Sonar Compatible | Yes |
| Hook Size | two #6 |
| Length | 4 inches |
| Pause Action | Backwards fall on pause |
| Quantity Per Pack | 1 |
| Sink Rate | Sinking |
Pros
- Upturned bill creates a distinctive krejing action with an upward move and backward fall.
- Designed for use with forward-facing sonar for controlled presentation.
- Can be fished sub-surface or topwater, adding versatility on the water.
- Unique ascending and darting action when worked gives a different retrieve profile.
- Sinking design with a pause-triggered back slide helps keep the lure in the strike zone.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed around forward-facing sonar use, so it is more specialized than a standard jerkbait and may not be the right fit for every presentation.
- The 4-inch profile and single-lure pack make it a targeted option rather than a do-everything bait for covering a wide range of conditions.
- Its sinking, sub-surface-to-topwater versatility depends on how it is worked, so anglers may need to adjust cadence to get the intended action.
- The unique upward movement and backward fall are a different retrieve style than traditional jerkbaits, which may require some adjustment on the water.
Suggested Comparisons
- Jerkbaits
- Hard baits
- Forward-facing sonar lures
- Topwater lures
Suggested Accessories
- Forward-facing sonar unit
- Tackle storage box
- Replacement treble hooks
- Fishing line
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Berkley Krej FFS Jerkbait designed to do differently from a traditional jerkbait?
It uses an upturned, backwards bill design and a unique "krejing" action. According to the product description, it moves upward in the water column and then falls backward toward the target.
Is this lure intended for use with forward-facing sonar?
Yes. The description says it is designed to work well with forward-facing sonar, with an ascending action and back slide on the fall to give anglers more control and more time in the strike zone.
Can the Berkley Krej FFS Jerkbait be fished on the surface or below it?
The product information says it can be fished sub-surface or topwater.
What size and hook information is provided for this lure?
The listed length is 4 inches, and the specifications note two #6 hooks.
How many lures come in one pack?
Quantity per pack is 1.