Rapala DT Series 3/8 2" Pearl Grey Shiner

The Rapala DT Series 3/8 2" Pearl Grey Shiner is a deep-diving crankbait built from premium balsa wood and engineered to reach your target depth fast, then stay in the strike zone longer than most conventional crankbaits. If you fish lakes and rivers where bass, pike, walleye, or similar gamefish hold in deeper water columns, this lure is designed to get down there efficiently and work hard on the retrieve—without the fatigue of dragging a heavy bait all day.

What sets the DT apart is the combination of materials and design: it's hand-selected from the top seven percent of balsa wood stock, internally weighted for a quick-diving nose-down rest position, and fitted with a thin polycarbonate lip that cuts water and digs down aggressively. The result is a lure that reaches depth fast, casts easily to 150 feet, and swims with the tight, side-to-side action only balsa crankbaits can deliver. That long-distance casting ability matters—more cast distance means more time in the strike zone per retrieve, and more territory covered in a day on the water.

The Pearl Grey Shiner finish comes with 3D holographic or painted eyes and an internal baritone rattle tuned for effective sound performance. Every lure ships with premium VMC black nickel hooks and is hand-tuned and tank-tested before it leaves the factory, so it swims true right out of the box. This is a workhorse crankbait for anglers who want a proven, reliable deep diver that balances castability with bite-triggering action.

Key Features

• Premium balsa wood construction for authentic crankbait swimming action
• Quick-dive design reaches depth fast and stays in the strike zone longer
• Casts up to 150 feet for efficient water coverage
• Thin polycarbonate lip for aggressive descent and stable swimming
• Internal baritone rattle tuned for optimal sound performance
• Premium VMC black nickel hooks
• Hand-tuned and tank-tested for consistent performance
• 3D holographic or painted eye detail

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What depth does the Rapala DT 3/8 2" dive to?

The DT series is engineered to dive to a preset depth determined by its design, lip angle, and retrieve speed. The thin polycarbonate lip digs aggressively, allowing the bait to reach target depths quickly, but the exact depth will vary based on line weight, rod angle, and casting distance. The DT's strength is reaching depth fast and maintaining it throughout the retrieve.

What fish species will this crankbait work for?

The DT Series is a versatile deep-diving crankbait suitable for a wide range of freshwater species, including bass, pike, walleye, and other gamefish that respond to aggressive crankbait action and rattling sounds. Its balsa construction and natural swimming motion appeal to predators hunting in deeper zones.

Is this lure ready to fish out of the box?

Yes. Each Rapala DT lure is hand-tuned and tank-tested before shipment to ensure it swims perfectly and straight right out of the box. The hooks are sharp premium VMC black nickel, and no additional tuning or testing is necessary before your first cast.

What's included with the lure?

The lure ships with premium VMC black nickel hooks already installed and is ready to tie on and fish. No additional hardware or accessories are included.