Cotton Cordell Red-Fin Crankbait – 5" Chrome Black Back (5/8 oz) Bass, Redfish & Speckled Trout

The Cotton Cordell Red-Fin crankbait is a legendary lure designed to cover water and provoke decisive bites across a range of gamefish. With a compact 5-inch profile and a chrome black back, this lure reflects light with every twitch, drawing attention in both clear and stained water. The Red-Fin's legacy comes from its flexible action: it can be twitched on the surface to wake and spook wary fish, or worked on a straight retrieve to produce a wide wobble that searches large zones.

Versatility across freshwater and saltwater

Anglers reach for the Red-Fin in freshwater for bass and walleye, and along the coast for speckled trout and redfish. Its true-running V-wake creates a detectable surface presence that can invite heart-pounding topwater strikes. The tough construction and hollow head add resilience and added action when twitched.

• Effective when trolling or performed with a slow twitch-twitch-pause retrieve
• Delivers true-running V-wakes for topwater action and big-water presence
• Hollow head adds bite-triggering action when twitched
• Targets speckled trout and redfish as well as striped bass and large largemouth
• Built to withstand rugged use across saltwater and freshwater environments

How to fish it for different outcomes

For topwater encounters, try a slow topwater presentation or a twitch-twitch-pause sequence to coax vicious strikes from bass and other species. For a chasing retrieve, allow the Red-Fin to run with a steady, wide wobble that covers water and invites followers. When trolling, the lure’s profile and balance help it stay true across varying depths and speeds.

• Topwater: twitch, pause, and let the hollow head work with each twitch
• Straight retrieve: maintain a steady pace to keep a wide wobble
• Trolling or slow retrieves: maximize reach and search area

In short, the Red-Fin combines a classic silhouette with dynamic action, giving anglers a versatile option that can meet many fishing situations. While no lure guarantees a bite, the combination of topwater potential, water-waking wobble, and durable construction makes it a staple in many tackle boxes.