Strike KingChick Magnet Jr 1/4oz 2-4ft Fire Craw
The Strike King Chick Magnet Jr is a compact 1/4-ounce shallow crankbait built for anglers targeting bass and panfish in weedy shallows, creek channels, and flats. This downsized take on Strike King's award-winning original combines a flat-sided body design with a circuit-board bill to deliver the kind of tight, erratic wobble that triggers reactive strikes. Fire Craw is a proven crawfish pattern that imitates a natural forage profile in clear to stained water conditions.
The flat-sided construction displaces water efficiently, creating a distinctive action and vibration signature that differs markedly from round-bodied alternatives. Engineered to reach depths of 2 to 4 feet, the Chick Magnet Jr excels as a compact retrieve option when fish are shallow but not aggressive, or when you need a smaller profile around vegetation, docks, and timber. Its size and dive depth make it a natural choice for finesse presentations and situations where a full-sized crankbait draws refusals.
Whether you're working a shallow summer bite or probing early-season flats before the heat, this crankbait earns its place in any shallow-water arsenal. The Fire Craw finish adds confidence in stained water where natural forage imitation pays dividends.
Key Features
- Flat-sided body design for tight wobble and water displacement
- Circuit-board bill for predictable, consistent action
- Shallow-diving profile reaches 2–4 feet
- Downsized version of the ICAST award-winning Chick Magnet original
- Fire Craw finish matches natural crawfish forage
- Compact 1/4-ounce weight for finesse presentations
Specifications
| Weight | 1/4 oz |
| Dive Depth | 2–4 ft |
| Type | Shallow Crankbait |
| Color | Fire Craw |
| Body Style | Flat-sided |
| Bill Type | Circuit-board |
Frequently Asked Questions
What water depth does the Chick Magnet Jr reach?
The Chick Magnet Jr dives to depths of 2 to 4 feet, making it ideal for shallow flats, vegetated areas, and shallower structure where larger crankbaits may run too deep.
Is this a downsized version of a larger lure?
Yes. The Chick Magnet Jr is a 1/4-ounce compact version of Strike King's original Chick Magnet, which won the ICAST "Best of Category" award when introduced in 2021.
What does the flat-sided body design do?
The flat sides displace water and create a tight wobble action distinct from round-bodied crankbaits, triggering strikes through a unique vibration and movement profile.
What species and conditions is the Fire Craw finish best for?
Fire Craw is a natural crawfish pattern that performs well for bass and panfish in clear to stained water where crawfish imitation patterns match the local forage.

