Spro Little John MD 50 1/2oz Rayburn Red

The Spro Little John MD 50 1/2oz in Rayburn Red is a shallow crankbait engineered for reaching fish in the 7 to 9-foot zone—those transition areas where bass and pike stage before moving shallow or suspending over deeper structure. Designed by B.A.S.S. Elite Series pro John Crews, this 50mm hard bait combines a compact profile with genuine diving depth, making it ideal for ledge fishing and mid-depth hunting when standard shallow cranks come up short. Whether you're working a lake shelf in spring or probing the edges of summer drop-offs, the Little John MD delivers the casting distance and running depth serious anglers need.

What sets this crankbait apart is its Soft Tungsten Weight Transfer System—a mechanism that shifts mass as the bait moves through the water, enhancing castability without adding bulk and helping the lure maintain its action through the entire dive and retrieve. The Rayburn Red finish is a proven color for visibility and strikes in stained to moderately clear water. Rigged with Gamakatsu #5 NSB (No Slip Boom) Round Bend treble hooks, the Little John MD is built to stick when fish commit.

This crankbait fits the gap between shallow runners and true medium-depth baits. If you're tired of maxing out at 5 feet or relying on lipless cranks, the Little John MD gives you a conventional crankbait that actually reaches the 7–9-foot window without sacrificing castability or that classic wobble action that triggers bites.

Key Features

• Runs 7–9 feet deep on 10 lb. monofilament—reach ledge-feeding fish other shallow cranks miss
• 50mm compact profile balances casting distance with precision placement
• Soft Tungsten Weight Transfer System enhances cast distance and maintains action through the dive
• Rayburn Red finish for visibility in stained to moderate water clarity
• Gamakatsu #5 NSB Round Bend trebles—quality hooks proven to hold on hard takes
• Design by B.A.S.S. Elite Series pro John Crews, refined for real-world ledge and transition fishing

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

How deep does the Little John MD 50 run?

The Little John MD 50 dives to 7–9 feet on 10 lb. monofilament line. This depth range makes it effective for ledge fishing and mid-water structure where shallower cranks won't reach.

What's the difference between the Little John MD 50 and the original Little John 50?

The MD 50 is designed to run deeper than the original Little John 50, giving you access to that critical 7–9-foot zone for fish suspending over structure.

What type of treble hooks does it have?

The Little John MD 50 is rigged with Gamakatsu #5 NSB (No Slip Boom) Round Bend treble hooks—quality, reliable hooks rated for hard strikes.

What does the Soft Tungsten Weight Transfer System do?

The Soft Tungsten Weight Transfer System shifts weight as the bait swims, improving casting distance and helping maintain the crankbait's action and diving profile throughout the retrieve.