When bass get smart and stop hitting the same old spinnerbaits, it’s time to throw something different.
The DeLong Lures Bass Bucktail takes everything you love about a spinnerbait and upgrades it into a handcrafted, inline design that bass simply haven’t seen before.
This lure gives you musky-grade flash and vibration in a bass-sized package — all hand-poured and made in the USA.
In this post, we’ll walk you through the best ways to fish it and when each technique shines.
Unlike a traditional spinnerbait that rides on a bent wire frame, the inline Bass Bucktail keeps everything centered on a single axis.
That design does two powerful things:
The result? A lure that casts farther, runs truer, and holds up against big fish.
If you’re tired of bending spinnerbaits back into shape every trip, this bait fixes that for good.
For most situations, keep it simple.
Cast the Bass Bucktail out, let it sink a second or two, then reel at a steady pace. The dual hammered blades create continuous flash and vibration that mimic fleeing shad or bluegill.
💡 Best Colors: Fire Tiger for stained water or White for clear conditions.
Check our full Bass Lure Color Guide to match your color to the water clarity.
When bass move deeper or become sluggish, try slow rolling your Bass Bucktail.
Let it sink to mid-depth and crawl it just fast enough to keep the blades spinning.
The brass core adds enough weight to maintain contact with deeper structure while keeping the lure’s profile tight.
This retrieve works best in late summer or cold fronts when bass hold near ledges, rock piles, or timber.
Pair with darker colors like Black Chartreuse or Pumpkinseed Chartreuse to maximize flash without overpowering the fish.
Covering water fast? Clip the Bass Bucktail onto your trolling setup and drag it 40–60 feet behind the boat.
The in-line construction keeps it from rolling over, while the vibration stays strong even at slower speeds.
You’ll trigger reaction bites from active fish and locate schools quickly.
When you find them, switch back to casting and work that area thoroughly.
Don’t let the “bass” label fool you — this inline spinner catches pike and musky too.
Its 6″ profile and twin hammered blades create the same kind of vibration big predators love.
For trophy setups, try pairing it with the legendary 16″ Weedless Snake — another DeLong original that’s been catching monster fish for over 70 years.
Every Bass Bucktail is handmade with DeLong’s signature durability — brass beads, rubber skirts, dual hammered blades, and soft-plastic details infused with anise scent.
These lures aren’t factory stamped; they’re crafted for serious anglers who want reliability and results.
Explore more American-made baits in our Made in USA Collection and see why DeLong has been a trusted name since 1946.
The DeLong Bass Bucktail isn’t just another spinnerbait — it’s a whole new category of bass lure.
Whether you slow roll it deep, burn it over weed beds, or troll it behind the boat, it flat-out catches fish.
Give it a shot and experience why this handcrafted bait is quickly becoming a favorite among serious bass anglers.
Email: Sales@delonglures.com
Phone: 234 -788-9308
Address: 2381 Locust St
Canal Fulton, Ohio 44614
