Buckeye Scope Head 1/4 Shad

The Buckeye Scope Head 1/4 Shad is a swimbait jig head engineered for modern bass fishing with forward-facing sonar. Designed in collaboration with Elite Series pro Jacob Powroznik, this head solves a real problem: keeping your soft plastic bait horizontal and locked in position whether you're fishing vertically or using a pendulum cast. That matters when you're eyeballing fish on sonar and need your presentation to look natural in any zone of the water column.

What sets the Scope Head apart is its dual-keeper design. A wire keeper runs along the hook shank while a second keeper sits on the belly weight—both work together to pin your bait in place and keep it from sliding or rotating. That stability translates to better bait control, cleaner sonar presentations, and fewer re-rigs. The head comes dressed in premium paint and rides a needle-sharp premium hook, so you're not fighting dull points or poor aesthetics.

At 1/4 ounce, this head fits well in shallow to mid-depth presentations and pairs naturally with small to medium-sized swimbaits. The weight is stamped right on the belly so you know exactly what you've got. Whether you're a sonar enthusiast dialing in vertical presentations or a traditional angler who wants better bait control, the Scope Head delivers the precision and reliability that modern bass fishing demands.

Key Features

• Dual-keeper design—wire hook-shank keeper plus belly-weight keeper keeps bait locked horizontal
• Needle-sharp premium hook for solid hooksets
• Weight stamped on belly for quick reference
• Premium paint and finish
• Designed for vertical and pendulum presentations with forward-facing sonar

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What size soft plastic swimbait does this head work with?

The 1/4 oz Scope Head is designed to pair with small to medium-sized swimbaits. The dual-keeper system accommodates standard swimbait profiles while holding them perfectly horizontal.

Can I use this head for both vertical jigging and casting?

Yes. The Scope Head is engineered specifically to work well in both vertical and pendulum presentations, so it performs effectively whether you're dropping straight down or casting out and retrieving.

How does the dual-keeper design help with sonar fishing?

The wire keeper on the hook shank plus the keeper on the belly weight work together to keep your bait locked in a horizontal position. That matters when you're watching fish on forward-facing sonar—your bait presentation stays clean and natural at whatever depth you're targeting.

Is the hook sharp out of the box?

Yes, the Scope Head comes fitted with a needle-sharp premium hook, so you're ready to fish right out of the package.