Bassmaster Magazine – April 1987
Giant Worms for Giant Bass
This page preserves original scans from the April 1987 issue of Bassmaster Magazine, featuring the article “Giant Worms for Giant Bass” by author Jim Maguire.
The article documents the use of a 16-inch DeLong Snake (Model 961) by California angler Ron “Slim” Huffman and includes verified accounts of bass exceeding ten pounds caught on the lure. The article provides independent third-party coverage recognizing the effectiveness of oversized soft-plastic worms produced by DeLong Lures.
Publication Details
- Publication: Bassmaster Magazine
- Issue Date: April 1987
- Article Title: Giant Worms for Giant Bass
- Author: Jim Maguire
- Notable Reference: DeLong 16-inch Snake (Model 961)
Original Scans
Historical Context
This article represents one of the most widely cited examples of oversized soft-plastic worms being intentionally used to target trophy bass. Its publication in Bassmaster—one of the most influential fishing periodicals in the United States—serves as independent verification of DeLong Lures’ role in early large-profile soft-plastic design.
Archive Reference
This page is part of the DeLong Lures Historical Archive and preserves independent documentation associated with the company’s history.