Luhr-Jensen Krocodile Spoon (1 oz)
Published · Researched 2026-09-20
Overview
- Maker: Luhr-Jensen (Rapala-owned).
- Purpose: Heavy casting spoon; in the SoCal surf scene the 3/4–1 oz sizes are thrown long for halibut and croakers, and as a search bait when jerkbaits won't reach.
- Current 2026 version: Krocodile w/ treble hook line in sizes 1/6 oz through 5 oz; solid brass stamped/formed blade, chrome plating.
Social standing
- Bloodydecks forum (halibut how-to thread): "throw some swimmies or a kroc man." Top-10 halibut lure list: "MY top ten lures are a crocodile a luckycraft flashminnow Berkley gulp jerk shad…" — named first.
- SurfTalk (stripersonline.com, So Cal surf thread): "Swimbaits, kastmasters or krocs would be my choice for halibut and croakers."
- Forum member ("halibut how to?"): "Whatever you throw, its gotta move. Live bait or something to attract. A kroc or twister to attract their lazy ass…"
- Praise: casts far, flash draws strikes in murky water after storms, cheap. Complaints: trebles can foul in surf grass; none social-verified in SoCal sources.
Social validation — Tier 2
- Named in forum halibut lure lists across multiple threads (proves grassroots, unsponsored cred).
- Retail omnipresence: Discount Tackle, CHAOS Fishing, Tackle Express, Seattle Fishing Co. (proves current availability).
- No brand-creator sponsorships observed in the IG layer.
Key specs (1 oz)
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1 oz |
| Length | 3 5/16" |
| Material | Solid brass blade, corrosion-resistant chrome plating |
| Hook | Tin-coated treble, welded split rings |
| Colors | Chrome, Brass, Hammered Chrome, Chrome/Silver Prism Lite, Sardine, Blue Mackerel, etc. |
Source: discounttackle.com listing (crawled 2026-09-02), outdoorsportman.com spec list.
Pricing (2026-09-20)
- Street price: ~$10–$12 for 1 oz (discounttackle.com: retail $11.99, "Our Price" $10.19, crawled 2026-09-02; chaosfishing.com lists 1 oz Chrome at $7.19 when in stock, currently sold out).
- Marketplace used: no used-spoon listings observed.
What's included / what else is needed
- Single spoon, rigged with treble. Needs: snap-swivel to reduce line twist; 15–20 lb leader.
Support reality
- Standard Luhr-Jensen/Rapala manufacturer warranty; no community support discussion found — UNVERIFIED.
Community verdict
The cheapest distance bait in the SoCal surf halibut conversation — named first in forum top-10 lists and the go-to recommendation when live bait or jerkbaits aren't connecting. Buy one chrome and one sardine/blue-mackerel in 3/4 and 1 oz.