{"id":1261340,"date":"2026-02-24T10:49:52","date_gmt":"2026-02-24T16:49:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bassmaster.com\/?post_type=article&#038;p=1261340"},"modified":"2026-02-24T10:49:53","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T16:49:53","slug":"gear-review-pistol-pete-by-g-ratt-baits","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/www.bassmaster.com\/gear-reviews\/news\/gear-review-pistol-pete-by-g-ratt-baits\/","title":{"rendered":"Gear Review: Pistol Pete by G-Ratt Baits"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WHAT IS IT?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pistol Pete by G-Ratt Baits<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WHAT SETS IT APART?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What makes the Pistol Pete shine is its versatility. Whether you\u2019re creeping it along for a smooth glide, burning it to mimic a fleeing baitfish or pausing to let it sink like an injured shad, this bait does it all. The steel bearings inside add a faint rattle that\u2019s just enough to get a predator\u2019s attention without spooking them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The real standout for me, though, is the rotating hook hangers. They make a huge difference when you\u2019re fighting a fish that\u2019s determined to throw the bait. Combined with the solid 3X-strength hooks, this setup gives you a better shot at landing your fish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HOW DO I USE IT?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how I\u2019ve had the most success with the Pistol Pete:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Slow glide:<\/strong>&nbsp;I like to use this when the fish are holding deep or moving slowly. It\u2019s effortless to retrieve, and the glide action looks just like a baitfish cruising along.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fleeing baitfish:<\/strong>&nbsp;When I see bass actively chasing bait, I\u2019ll speed up my retrieve to mimic a frantic baitfish. This has been especially effective in clearer water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pause and sink:<\/strong>&nbsp;My favorite way to use it is with a start-and-stop retrieve. After a few cranks, I\u2019ll pause and let the bait sink. It doesn\u2019t just drop \u2014 it levels out like a dying fish. This has sealed the deal on so many fish for me, especially when they\u2019re following but not fully committing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HOW MUCH?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>$21.99<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">MORE INFORMATION:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.g-rattbaits.com\/shopbaits\/pistolpete-lc87f\">G-RattBaits.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ANGLER\u2019S INSIGHT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first time I tied on the Pistol Pete, I was fishing around docks in the middle of the day. I wasn\u2019t expecting much \u2014 just trying to see how it moved. I worked it slow at first, letting it glide, and as soon as I paused it, a bass darted out from under the dock and absolutely crushed it. That moment sold me on this bait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One thing I really appreciate about the Pistol Pete is how forgiving it is. You don\u2019t need to be an expert with glidebaits to make it work \u2014 it\u2019s smooth and easy to control. That said, the more you experiment with retrieve speeds and pauses, the more you\u2019ll realize just how versatile it can be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another day, I was fishing deeper water and decided to burn it back to the boat. A bass came up like a missile and nailed it mid-retrieve. The rotating hook hangers kept that fish locked on even when it went airborne, which gave me a lot of confidence to keep fishing it around cover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a bait that can adapt to different situations, the Pistol Pete delivers. It\u2019s one of those lures that stays tied on because I know I\u2019ll find a way to make it work no matter where I\u2019m fishing. Honestly, it\u2019s worth every penny.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>WHAT IS IT? Pistol Pete by G-Ratt Baits WHAT SETS IT APART? What makes the Pistol Pete shine is its versatility. 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