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Strike King Tungsten Thunder Cricket Vibrating Swim Jig
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SKU: WX2*0741317
Overview
Built for working cover, this vibrating swim jig is suited to anglers targeting fish around brush, vegetation, grass, and rock piles. Its thin profile helps it move through standing grass, while the blade action is designed to draw fish out of cover and trigger strikes. It can be fished quickly to cover shallow water or slowed down and rolled near deeper structure, giving it flexibility across different presentations. The tungsten head, hand-tied skirt, pivoting eyelet, and trailer keeper round out a compact, purpose-driven lure for serious jig fishing.
Why Hunters Choose the Strike King
Thin Profile
Moves through standing grass and
Powerful Blade
Action helps draw fish out
Can Be
Burned fast to cover shallow
Slow-rolled Presentation
Works around deeper rock and
Super-dense Tungsten
Head delivers a heavier lure
Key Features
- Thin profile swims through standing grass and works well around brush and vegetation.
- Powerful blade action is designed to draw feeding fish out of cover.
- Can be burned fast to cover shallow water quickly.
- Can be slow-rolled near deeper rock and brush piles.
- Super-dense tungsten head creates a heavier lure in a smaller package.
- Hand-tied skirt wiggles and dances for added movement.
- Owner Jungle Hook eyelet pivots freely, supporting strong hooksets and action.
Best Used For
- Anglers fishing brush and vegetation where a thin-profile vibrating swim jig can move cleanly through cover
- Shallow-water anglers who want to burn a lure quickly to cover water and trigger strikes
- Slow-rolling presentations near deeper rock and brush piles for fish holding off cover
- Users wanting a compact tungsten-headed jig with a hand-tied skirt and trailer keeper
Specifications
| Eyelet | Designed to pivot freely |
|---|---|
| Head Material | Tungsten |
| Hook | Super-strong long-shank Owner Jungle Hook |
| Skirt | Hand-tied skirt |
| Trailer Keeper | Extra-durable trailer keeper |
Pros
- Thin profile moves through standing grass and vegetation with ease.
- Powerful blade action helps draw fish out of cover.
- Can be burned fast to cover shallow water quickly.
- Slow-rolled presentation works around deeper rock and brush piles.
- Super-dense tungsten head delivers a heavier lure in a smaller package.
- Hand-tied skirt adds lively movement in the water.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Its thin profile is geared toward moving through grass and cover, so it may be less versatile in open-water presentations where that shape is not the priority.
- The lure is designed for both fast burning and slow-rolling, but getting the intended action depends on matching retrieve speed and depth to the cover you are fishing.
- The super-dense tungsten head creates a heavier lure in a smaller package, which is useful for compact presentation but may not be the lightest option for anglers who prefer a more buoyant feel.
- The trailer keeper is built to hold soft plastics firmly, but the lure still relies on proper trailer selection and rigging to perform as intended.
Suggested Comparisons
- Swim jig
- Vibrating jig
- Grass jig
- Brush jig
Suggested Accessories
- Soft plastic trailer
- Fishing line
- Tackle box organizer
- Hook sharpener
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of cover is this jig intended for?
The product description says it is an exceptional choice around brush and vegetation, and that its thin profile allows it to swim through standing grass well.
Can this jig be fished at different speeds?
Yes. The description says it can be burned at a fast rate to cover shallow water quickly or slow-rolled near deeper rock and brush piles.
What does the tungsten head change about the lure?
The description says the super-dense tungsten head creates a heavier lure in a smaller package.
Does it come with a skirt and hook setup?
Yes. The listed features include a hand-tied skirt and a super-strong long-shank Owner Jungle Hook with an eyelet designed to pivot freely.
Is there anything included to hold a trailer in place?
Yes. The description mentions an extra-durable trailer keeper to keep soft plastics firmly in place.