Pistol Pete

Big Glide Bait Action. Compact Predator Profile.

The G-Ratt Baits Pistol Pete delivers the proven fish-triggering action of a traditional glide bait in a compact, highly versatile package. Designed as the smaller sibling to the popular Sneaky Pete, this 5.75-inch hard swimbait offers a natural side-to-side swimming motion while remaining manageable on conventional heavy-action casting gear. Built with premium hardware, detailed 2.0 body styling, and an internal rattling system, the Pistol Pete is an excellent choice for matching smaller forage and targeting pressured bass that may shy away from oversized swimbaits.

Key Features

• • Compact Glide Bait Profile — Sized to imitate common forage species such as threadfin shad, bluegill, hitch, and juvenile baitfish without overwhelming cautious predators.

  • No Specialized Gear Required — At just 1.2 oz, the Pistol Pete can be fished effectively on many heavy-action casting rods commonly used for jigs, bladed jigs, and larger moving baits.

  • Internal Rattle System — Steel bearings create a subtle knocking sound that helps fish locate the bait in stained water and low-visibility conditions.

  • Heavy-Duty Hardware Package — Equipped with premium line ties, reinforced joint components, and rotating hook hangers built to withstand aggressive strikes from larger fish.

  • Pistol Pete 2.0 Detailing — Features realistic scaling, defined gill plates, lifelike body contours, and a durable interchangeable soft tail.

  • Level-Falling Action — Designed to sink perfectly level when paused, creating a natural dying-baitfish presentation that often triggers followers.

Specs Table

Best Use & Conditions

• • Matching Smaller Forage: Ideal when bass are feeding on smaller baitfish profiles and oversized swimbaits are drawing less attention.

  • Pressured Fisheries: The compact size can be effective on heavily pressured lakes where fish have become conditioned to larger glide bait presentations.

  • Stained Water Applications: Internal rattles help increase fish awareness when visibility is reduced.

  • Target Species: Largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, striped bass, and other freshwater predators feeding on baitfish.

Rigging & Tips

• • S-Glide Retrieve: Use a slow, steady retrieve to create a smooth side-to-side swimming motion that imitates relaxed forage.

  • 90-Degree Slash Technique: Sharp half-turns of the reel handle can force aggressive directional changes that expose the bait's full profile to following fish.

  • Burn & Wander Method: Increasing retrieve speed creates a tighter, more erratic swimming action that imitates a fleeing baitfish.

  • Pause Strategy: After a retrieve burst, allow the bait to stop and sink naturally. Its level-falling posture frequently triggers reaction strikes from trailing predators.

  • Maintenance: Regularly inspect hooks, tail connections, split rings, and rotating hook hangers after extended use or large fish encounters.

Brand Origin & Maker

G-Ratt Baits is a premium lure manufacturer founded by California angler Garrett Dixon and recognized throughout the swimbait community for designing durable, high-performance glide baits and hard swimbaits. The company focuses on engineering lures that combine realistic action, premium hardware, and innovative fish-fighting features such as rotating hook hangers and reinforced construction. G-Ratt products have earned a strong following among anglers targeting trophy-class bass and other large freshwater predators.

Pack Count / Variants

• • Package Contents: One G-Ratt Baits Pistol Pete glide bait.

  • Factory Hardware: Equipped with two ultra-sharp 3X-strong treble hooks.

  • Construction Features: Includes internal rattles, rotating hook hangers, and an interchangeable soft tail design.

Care & Storage

• • Store in a dry tackle compartment and avoid prolonged exposure to excessive heat that could affect soft-tail components.

  • Allow the bait to dry thoroughly before storage to help protect hardware and maintain finish quality.

  • Inspect hooks, hook hangers, split rings, and tail attachment points periodically to ensure peak performance.