Bandit Lure 8-12' 2" 3/8oz Silver Minnow Sparkle

The Bandit Lure 8-12' 2" 3/8oz Silver Minnow Sparkle is a hard-bodied crankbait built to chase gamefish in the mid-water column and down to depths where bass, walleye, and pike hold. This isn't a shallow-water wobbler—it's engineered to dive and search, with a hunting action that triggers reaction strikes from predators that see it coming. At 3/8 ounce and 2 inches, it's sized to cast easily and cover water fast, whether you're working structure, drop-offs, or open flats.

The Silver Minnow Sparkle finish is a proven pattern that imitates natural baitfish with flash and contrast. The design trades stability for searching action—expect an aggressive swimming motion that appeals to competitive fish. Bandit Baits earned their reputation by refusing to cut corners on construction, so you're getting a lure built to withstand repeated contact with cover and the aggressive takes that come with it.

Fish this crankbait from the bow on a calm day or behind the boat on a troll. The depth rating assumes 10-lb monofilament line; lighter line will help you reach the maximum 12-foot dive plane, while heavier line will keep it shallower. Pair it with a medium-power rod and you've got a versatile search tool that works spring through fall across a range of water conditions.

Key Features

• Dives to 8-12 feet depending on line weight and retrieve speed
• 2-inch profile and 3/8oz weight cast easily and cover water efficiently
• Searching swimming action designed to trigger strikes
• Silver Minnow Sparkle finish imitates natural baitfish with flash
• Hard-bodied construction built to take abuse from cover and strikes
• Effective for bass, walleye, pike, and other gamefish
• Works as both a cast and troll pattern

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What line should I use with this crankbait to reach full depth?

The 8–12 foot dive rating is based on 10-lb monofilament line. Using lighter line will help you reach the full 12-foot dive plane; heavier line will keep it shallower and reduce its diving ability.

Can I use this lure for trolling?

Yes. The Bandit 300 Series is designed to work both cast and trolled. Its searching action and mid-range depth make it effective behind the boat as well as on the end of a cast.

What fish does this crankbait target?

The 2-inch size and aggressive action make it suitable for bass, walleye, pike, and other gamefish that respond to diving crankbaits in the 8–12 foot zone.

Is the Silver Minnow Sparkle finish good for clear or stained water?

The sparkle finish provides flash and contrast that work across a range of water conditions. The natural minnow profile appeals to sight-feeding fish in clear water, while the flash draws strikes in stained or off-color conditions.