Steel Shad Original 3/4oz XL Sexy Shad

The Steel Shad Original 3/4oz XL Sexy Shad is a compact blade bait built for serious freshwater and saltwater anglers who want a proven lure that moves water and triggers reaction strikes. At 3 3/4 inches long, this vibrating blade bait combines the flash and vibration that predatory fish can't ignore with the durability to handle repeated casts and toothy species. Whether you're working structure in a lake, probing river channels, or fishing coastal flats, the XL delivers the kind of erratic, lifelike action that separates productive days from slow ones.

Construction matters when you're betting on a lure, and Steel Shad doesn't cut corners. The body is stainless steel—corrosion-resistant and built to withstand both fresh and saltwater environments without sacrificing the tight vibration and flash that make blade baits effective. The molded lead weight is integrated into the design to ensure the lure tracks true and maintains that signature throbbing action across a range of retrieval speeds. Rigged with two #4 VMC Permasteel hooks—coated for durability in both freshwater and marine conditions—the XL is ready to turn bites into hookups.

This is a lure that doesn't need a long learning curve. Drop it near structure, keep your rod tip steady, and let the blade do the work. The vibration pattern and flash mimic the frantic escape of a wounded baitfish, triggering aggressive strikes from bass, pike, walleye, and saltwater gamefish. At 3/4 ounce, it casts cleanly and covers water efficiently, making it a practical choice whether you're working a new stretch or returning to proven spots.

Key Features

• Stainless steel construction resists corrosion in fresh and saltwater
• 3 3/4 inch profile balances compact footprint with castability and action
• Molded lead weight ensures stable, predictable vibration
• Rigged with two #4 VMC Permasteel hooks, coated for durability
• Proven blade bait design triggers reaction strikes across species

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this blade bait work in saltwater?

Yes. The stainless steel construction and VMC Permasteel hooks are coated to handle saltwater conditions, making the XL suitable for both fresh and marine fishing.

What fish species should I target with this lure?

Blade baits like the Steel Shad Original are effective on predatory fish that respond to vibration and flash—including bass, pike, walleye, and saltwater gamefish—though success depends on your local waters and conditions.

Is the 3/4 oz weight easy to cast?

Yes. At 3/4 ounce, the XL weighs enough to cast cleanly and cover distance without being cumbersome, making it practical for a full day of fishing.

What hooks come on this lure?

The Steel Shad Original XL comes rigged with two #4 VMC Permasteel hooks that are coated for durability in both fresh and saltwater.