Ned Craw

Small Profile, Big Bites

The Butchers Baits Ned Craw is a 2.5-inch soft plastic craw bait built for finesse presentations and high-impact strikes. Designed with realistic 3D claws in a defensive posture, this floating craw imitates juvenile crawfish with lifelike precision—perfect for tempting pressured or cautious bass in both clear and murky water conditions.

Crafted in small batches in Michigan, USA, each bait offers soft texture, subtle action, and long-lasting durability. Whether rigged on a NED head, Texas style, or a micro jig, this compact craw gets the job done where larger baits fail.

Key Features

• Realistic 3D Claws – Elevated, defensive posture mimics natural crawfish behavior

• Compact Size (2.5") – Ideal for finicky bass, pressured fisheries, or clear water finesse

• Floating Soft Plastic – Keeps claws upright for maximum visual appeal

• USA-Made Craftsmanship – Hand-poured in Michigan with eco-conscious materials

• Versatile Rigging Options – Compatible with NED heads, Texas rigs, and micro jigs

Product Specifications

Why Choose Butchers Baits Ned Craw?

• Finesse-Powered Performance – Compact and effective for targeting finicky bass

• Lifelike Floating Action – Claws stay raised, triggering strikes in reaction zones

• Multi-Species Appeal – Also effective for smallmouth, crappie, and panfish

• Durable Design – Built to hold up through multiple hooksets and strikes

• Color Customization – Choose from proven forage-matching color patterns

Effective Rigging Techniques

• NED Rig: Subtle claw lift mimics a real crawfish ready to defend—deadly on pressured bass.

• Texas Rig: Weedless finesse setup for skipping or pitching into shallow structure.

• Small Jig Head: Great for dragging or hopping near rocks, logs, and transitions.