Z-Man Jack Hammer Bladed Jig

The Jack Hammer is engineered for immediate vibration. The stainless steel blade is attached directly to the head, which allows it to start thumping the moment it hits the water, unlike some jigs that require a faster retrieve to get moving.

Yes, the design is specifically built to deflect off cover. Its construction allows it to bounce off rocks, wood, and grass without snagging, which is often when you will trigger the most aggressive reaction strikes.

While it has a high-quality, hand-tied silicone skirt that moves well on its own, most anglers add a soft plastic trailer to increase the lure's profile and add extra action. A craw or shad-style trailer is a popular choice to match the forage in your local water.

It is primarily designed for bass, but its erratic action and vibration are effective for other predatory fish that hunt by sensing movement, such as pike or large walleye.

Because this is a reaction-style bait, a medium-heavy rod with a moderate-fast action is ideal. This gives you enough backbone to set the heavy-duty hook while providing enough flex to keep the fish pinned during the fight.