Spro Little John MD 50 1/2oz Fire Craw

The Spro Little John MD 50 1/2oz Fire Craw is a shallow crankbait designed to hunt bass on deep structure. Built by B.A.S.S. Elite Series pro John Crews, this 50mm crankbait reaches depths of 7 to 9 feet on 10-pound monofilament—deep enough to target fish staging on ledges and drop-offs where predatory bass congregate to feed. At half an ounce, it's a compact profile that triggers strikes without spooking fish in clear to moderately stained water.

What sets the Little John MD 50 apart is its Soft Tungsten Weight Transfer System, which keeps the bait stable during the cast and ensures a tight, consistent dive curve. That precision matters when you're fishing transition zones and need the lure to track true through rock, wood, and vegetation. The MD designation signals a step up in diving depth compared to the original Little John 50, making this version the tool for reaching deeper shallow-water structure in a single cast.

Rigged with Gamakatsu #5 NSB Round Bend treble hooks, the Little John MD 50 holds fish once they commit. Fire Craw is a proven crawdad pattern that works year-round—especially effective in spring and fall when crawfish activity peaks and bass feed aggressively. Whether you're working a ledge system, probing a point, or fishing a creek channel, this crankbait delivers a realistic profile and reliable performance in the 7- to 9-foot zone.

Key Features

• Designed by B.A.S.S. Elite Series angler John Crews
• Dives 7 to 9 feet on 10-pound monofilament line
• Soft Tungsten Weight Transfer System for stable casting and consistent diving
• 50mm size—compact profile for realistic forage imitation
• Gamakatsu #5 NSB Round Bend trebles for solid hook sets
• Fire Craw color pattern—versatile crawdad imitation

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

How deep does the Little John MD 50 dive?

The Little John MD 50 reaches depths of 7 to 9 feet on 10-pound monofilament line. This depth range makes it ideal for fishing ledges, drop-offs, and deeper structure in shallow-water zones where bass hold.

What makes the MD 50 different from the original Little John 50?

The MD designation indicates a deeper diving version than the original Little John 50. If you need to reach fish on deeper structure, the MD 50 delivers that extra depth in the same compact footprint.

What hooks come on the Spro Little John MD 50?

This crankbait is rigged with Gamakatsu #5 NSB (Needle Sharp Bend) Round Bend treble hooks, known for their sharpness and reliable hook sets.

Is the Little John MD 50 a good spring or fall crankbait?

Yes. The Fire Craw color is a realistic crawdfish pattern that works year-round, and it's especially effective in spring and fall when crawfish activity is high and bass feed aggressively on them.