Smithwick Perfect 10 Rogue 5.5" Blue Herring

The Smithwick Perfect 10 Rogue 5.5" Blue Herring is a versatile jerkbait built for walleye, pike, and other predators that respond to erratic, lifelike action. This hard bait dives to 10 feet and delivers the signature "Rogue Roll"—a side-to-side swimming motion that mimics injured baitfish and triggers strikes from a distance. Whether you're casting and twitching in shallow cover or trolling the Great Lakes and northern reservoirs, the Perfect 10 Rogue covers serious water and gets results where other baits fall flat.

The Blue Herring color pattern is a proven natural finish that works especially well in clear water where fish can inspect your offering up close. The built-in tungsten rattle adds acoustic attraction, drawing fish in even on slow days or in stained water. This jerkbait rewards an aggressive presentation—snap your rod to make it dart and flash, then pause to let it sink back into the strike zone. The combination of flash, sound, and erratic movement makes the Perfect 10 Rogue hard for gamefish to ignore.

The Perfect 10 has earned its reputation both as a casting-and-twitching lure for structure and a go-to trolling bait in deep, cool water. If you fish walleye consistently—or chase pike and larger bass in northern climates—this is a bait worth keeping tied on. The 5.5" size gives you a good balance between castability and visibility in the water column.

Key Features

• Dives to 10 feet on the twitch
• Signature Rogue Roll action creates lifelike side-to-side flash
• Tungsten rattle for added attraction
• Blue Herring translucent color pattern effective in clear water
• 5.5" size ideal for casting and trolling
• Proven for walleye, pike, and other gamefish

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish will the Smithwick Perfect 10 Rogue catch?

This jerkbait is especially popular for walleye in the Great Lakes and northern waters, but it's also effective on pike and large bass that respond to aggressive twitching and trolling presentations.

What does the Rogue Roll do?

The Rogue Roll is the side-to-side swimming action unique to this bait design. As it darts and pauses, it rolls to create baitfish-like flash that attracts gamefish from a distance and triggers strikes.

How deep does the Perfect 10 dive?

The Perfect 10 Rogue dives quickly to 10 feet, making it effective for reaching walleye and pike suspended in deeper structure and along drop-offs.

Is the Blue Herring color good for clear water?

Yes, the translucent Blue Herring pattern is designed to be more effective in clear water conditions where fish can see detail and respond to natural baitfish colors.