Z-MAN CBJH38-13 ChatterBait Jack Hammer 3/8 oz Golden Shiner

Designed with elite pros for lifelike attraction

Created by Elite Series pro Brett Hite in collaboration with Evergreen International, the Z-MAN CBJH38-13 ChatterBait Jack Hammer blends precision engineering with field tested cues. Its design emphasizes quick initiation of vibration and a dynamic side to side motion that mimics a frantic baitfish on the move. The flat bottom, low center of gravity head helps the lure maintain a stable path while deflecting off cover, allowing it to skip beneath docks and around overhangs with surprising ease.

What makes it perform

The exclusive patented ChatterBait bladed swim jig design features a stainless hex shaped ChatterBlade that generates pronounced vibrations. The combination with the thin blade ensures the lure responds to retrieve speed with a lively rippling action that attracts attention in murky water or clear water alike.

• Low CG head with 3D eyes adds a lifelike look even when paused or skipping along the bottom.
• Channel groove protects the blade from snags while helping maintain consistent blade contact.
• Gamakatsu heavy wire flipping hook and Decoy Egg Snap provide reliable connection and easier trailer swaps.
• Double wire trailer keeper keeps your trailer aligned through the cast and retrieve.
• Painted head and blade are color matched, and hand tied silicone skirting offers natural movement in the water.

Real world versatility

This lure shines in scenarios where structure, cover, and water depth shape the bite window. The Jack Hammer can be teased, paused, or burned along weed lines, timber edges, docks, and return paths, inviting strikes from wary bass and other predators.

• Near cover: deflects off cover and slides under docks, increasing exposure to potential bites.
• Clear and stained water: the blade's vibration is visible and audible to fish, aiding in attraction across conditions.
• Multiple retrieve speeds: adapting the cadence helps you locate the most responsive pattern on any given day.
• Rigging options: the strong hook and trailer keeper support a range of soft plastics for customization.

Overall, the Jack Hammer model offers a refined package of action, durability, and visual appeal that can expand your fishing options without changing how you fish. Whether you are a weekend angler or a tournament enthusiast, the lure design invites exploration of water structure while staying within a familiar casting rhythm.