{"product_id":"smithwick-af127-devils-horse-3-8-oz-4-1-2-in-frog-topwater-lure","title":"Smithwick AF127 Devils Horse – 3\/8 oz, 4-1\/2 in Frog Topwater Lure","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSmithwick AF127 Devils Horse: A Classic Topwater Lure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from buoyant wood, the AF127 Devils Horse rides the surface with two balanced propellers that churn a lively wake. This combination creates a readable disturbance that imitates fleeing baitfish, inviting curious bass and other surface feeders to investigate the commotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for versatile performance, the Devils Horse shines when fish feed near structure, along weedlines, or over shallow cover. Its compact profile and surface-centered action let you work the target area without long, exhausting retrieves, giving you time to react to a strike as it happens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits you may notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTimeless topwater action commonly favored for prespawn largemouths across many regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEffective for smallmouth in clear streams at different times of the year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRegularly credited at weigh-ins in several southern tournaments, signaling regional strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFront and rear propellers adjust water displacement and retrieve pace, from slower to quicker, with quiet options when needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWood buoyancy helps maintain surface presentation at varied speeds and retrieves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSurface-level action enables steady teasing, keeping fish in the strike zone without rushing forward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage ideas and techniques\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin with a confident walk-the-dog cadence to create a visible splash and a subtle wake. If fish are following but not committing, experiment with propeller adjustments to change water output and cadence. Slightly bend or straighten propellers to fine-tune noise, water movement, and depth, targeting edges of cover, drop-offs, and baitfish schools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What fish is the Smithwick AF127 Devils Horse best for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Best for largemouths and smallmouths, especially prespawn and clear-water conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How should I retrieve the Devils Horse to maximize action?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Use the adjustable propellers to vary water, pace, and noise for different depths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Smithwick Lures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42098175180880,"sku":"B000676KIS","price":36.12,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9645\/8576\/files\/smithwick-af127-devils-horse-front-propeller.jpg?v=1771920238","url":"https:\/\/canadawildco.com\/products\/smithwick-af127-devils-horse-3-8-oz-4-1-2-in-frog-topwater-lure","provider":"Canada WildCo. | Hunting Gear, Fishing Equipment \u0026 Outdoor Essentials for the Canadian Wild","version":"1.0","type":"link"}