Cordell Pencil Popper 3/4oz 4.5" Chrome Black Back

The Cordell Pencil Popper is a classic topwater hard bait built for bass, stripers, redfish, and other aggressive gamefish that respond to surface commotion. This 4.5-inch model in chrome with a black back combines a walking action with serious water displacement—its concave mouth design churns and throws water to create the kind of surface disturbance that triggers strikes from trophy-sized fish. When a whisper won't work and you need to command attention on the water, the Pencil Popper delivers.

Weighing 3/4 ounce, this lure is built with a weighted tail design that does double duty: it improves casting distance and accuracy while adding an erratic, enticing motion that mimics wounded baitfish or fleeing prey. The result is a topwater that walks the dog across the surface yet creates enough commotion to draw fish from structure and deeper water. The chrome and black back finish balances visibility and natural coloration for a range of light conditions.

If you fish tournaments, target structure-heavy lakes, or hunt oversized stripers and redfish in moving water, the Pencil Popper belongs in your box. It's a proven confidence bait for anglers who know that sometimes finesse fails and raw surface disturbance is the answer.

Key Features

• Concave mouth design creates substantial surface disturbance and water throw
• Walks-the-dog topwater action with erratic, enticing motion
• Weighted tail improves casting distance, accuracy, and action
• Chrome with black back finish for visibility and natural appearance
• Proven effective for bass, stripers, redfish, and large gamefish

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish does the Cordell Pencil Popper work for?

This lure is proven on bass, stripers, redfish, and other aggressive gamefish that hunt on or near the surface. The water disturbance and erratic action appeal to trophy-sized fish in both freshwater and saltwater environments.

How do you fish a Pencil Popper?

Cast it out and work it with a walking-the-dog retrieve—alternate rod tip twitches left and right to create that side-to-side motion. The concave mouth will catch water and throw it, adding extra surface commotion that attracts strikes.

Is the 3/4oz size good for distance casting?

Yes. The weighted tail is specifically designed to aid in casting distance and accuracy, making this 4.5-inch model easier to throw and control than lighter topwaters, especially in windy conditions.