ZMan ChatterBait Original 3/8oz – The Proven Bladed Jig for Versatile Fishing

The ZMan ChatterBait Original 3/8oz is the lure that started a revolution in freshwater and inshore fishing. Featuring ZMan’s patented hex-shaped ChatterBlade®, this bladed jig delivers an unbeatable combination of sound, vibration, flash, and lifelike action that fish simply can’t resist. Designed to mimic wounded prey, it offers the erratic swimming motion of a crankbait, the bulky profile of a jig, and the flash of a spinnerbait — all in one highly effective package.

Perfect for working through weed beds, timber, and heavy cover, the ChatterBait’s blade also functions as a weed guard, allowing you to fish confidently where predators hide. Whether slow-rolling along the bottom, steady retrieving, or burning it across the surface, the ZMan ChatterBait Original maintains its stability and fish-attracting action.

While it first made waves in the freshwater bass scene, this lure has quickly proven itself in saltwater too. From flathead and bream in estuaries to bass and yellowbelly in lakes and rivers, the ChatterBait is a must-have for anglers chasing versatility, proven performance, and explosive strikes.

Product Features

• Patented hex-shaped ChatterBlade® produces unmatched vibration, flash, and sound
• Combines crankbait action, jig profile, and spinnerbait flash in one lure
• Blade doubles as a weed guard for fishing heavy cover like weed and timber
• Effective across multiple retrieve styles: slow roll, steady retrieve, or fast burn
• Proven for both freshwater and saltwater species including bass, yellowbelly, bream, and flathead
• Compact 3/8oz size ideal for light-to-medium tackle setups

Product Specifications

Weight: 3/8oz
Type: Bladed Jig
Action: Erratic swimming motion
Blade: Hex-shaped ChatterBlade®
Suitable For: Freshwater and saltwater applications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What species can I target with the ZMan ChatterBait Original 3/8oz?
A: It’s perfect for freshwater species like bass, perch, and yellowbelly, as well as saltwater predators such as flathead and bream.

Q: Can it be used in snaggy or weedy areas?
A: Yes. The hex blade functions as a weed guard, making it highly effective in heavy cover like weed beds and submerged timber.

Q: What’s the best way to fish this lure?
A: The ChatterBait works with a variety of retrieves — slow roll for deeper fish, moderate for steady action, or fast burn for aggressive feeders.

Q: Is this lure suitable for saltwater use?
A: Absolutely. Although it was designed for freshwater, anglers have had great success targeting flathead, bream, and other estuary species.