Bassman Carl’s Compact Spinnerbait 1/2oz

Need a compact spinnerbait that still gets down and thumps hard? The Bassman Carl’s Compact 1/2oz—co-designed with Carl Jocumsen—pairs a tight, bite-sized profile with the extra weight you need to reach deeper edges, punch wind, and hold in current. It’s a go-to for Australian bass, golden perch (yellowbelly), EPs, saratoga and sooty grunter when bait is small but the fish are holding 3–6m down.

Built on Bassman’s tournament-proven wire frame with a hand-tied skirt and compact tandem blades, it tracks true at any speed—slow-rolled through timber, burned over points or yo-yoed along rock walls.

Why choose the 1/2oz

• Sinks faster & casts further than lighter models—perfect for dams, rivers and wind-blown banks.
• Compact silhouette converts followers into strikes in clear or pressured water.
• Carl-tuned action delivers the right flash and vibration for Aussie conditions.

Product Features

• Compact tandem blade set (willow/Colorado) starts instantly and stays balanced from crawl to burn.
• Optional single Colorado swap (where fitted) for maximum vibration in dirty water or low light.
• Balanced head & quality fine-wire frame transmit more pulse and lift hook-up rates.
• Hand-tied silicone skirt with natural flare to imitate small baitfish.
• Cover-friendly build that slips through weed and timber with fewer fouls.
• Works on spin or baitcast; ideal for long casts and precise depth control.

Product Specifications

Weight: 1/2oz (approx. 14 g)
Blade Configuration: Compact tandem (willow/Colorado)
Hook: Premium spinnerbait hook with trailer keeper
Target Species: Australian bass, golden perch, estuary perch, saratoga, sooty grunter, redfin
Best Environments: Dams, rivers, creeks; deep weed lines, standing timber, rock bars, points (3–6m)
Recommended Tackle: 10–20 lb braid with 12–20 lb fluoro/mono leader; medium spin or baitcast
Colours: Range of proven fish-catching colours (availability varies)

Frequently Asked Questions

When do I pick the 1/2oz model?
Choose 1/2oz to reach depth quickly, maintain running angle in wind/current, and cover deeper structure without upsizing the profile.

What retrieves work best?
Slow-roll along weed and timber, burn-and-kill over points, or yo-yo down rock walls. The blades start up immediately at any speed.

Is it suited to spin or baitcast?
Both. Many anglers favour medium baitcast for control; medium spin casts a long way from shore.

Which colour should I use?
Pick natural shad/smelt in clear water; chartreuse, dark or high-contrast patterns for stained water and low light.