Weedeen

Blue and silver weedeen

Captain Dave Jefford, the Lureman, says of the Weedeen:
 
First of all, I am a topwater fisherman. There is nothing more exciting than watching a big fish explode the surface on a
plug you are working. I have used many of the popular lures with success. A lot depends, however, on the conditions and
the aggressiveness of the fish on any given day. Often a fish will respond, but will not close that last bit to take the bait.
This sounds like a case for a sinking lure, but if you are working the shallows over weeds or obstructions, you will have
to keep the lure at a speed the fish may not care for. I have often found myself in this situation.
 
When I began to carve lures of red cedar, I wanted to make one that was versatile, a lure that could be worked on the top
as well as just below the surface, and slowly, if needed. A lure that was easy to cast in the wind and that hooked and
held fish well was my goal.
 
After many efforts, I came up with the Weedeen. It casts like a dart and its free-swinging trebles hold fish very well.
Best of all, it has the action to be worked slowly, keeping it longer in the lunker's lair. For best results, tie the Weedeen
with a good loop knot, twitch it gently, pull it under the surface or swim it below, stopping at intervals.
Keep a firm grip on the rod.

Actual length 3 1/8 inches

weight 5/8 ounce

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