tips from the pros

Randy Howell

Fall is the time of the year that I once dreaded the most. I could catch bass good in the spring and summer, but when the late fall rolled around, would get very frustrated. I have learned that if I stay in one area while fishing during fall weather, I catch more fish. In spring and summer, I catch more fish moving around different parts of a lake.

Randy's Favorite Lures

Duke Jenkel

Pre-spawn and Summer are my two favorite times to fish, and a Hawg Caller spinnerbait is perfect for fishing shallow, or slow rolling when fishing off-shore. When I fish off-shore, I never leave the dock without a Lunker Lure Rattlin’ Football jig tied on! My favorite is a ½ oz jig in Peanut Butter and Jelly.

Duke's Favorite Lures

What is Lunker Lure?

In January of 2000, two great regional bass lure companies joined forces to bring to the American angler a new excitement in fishing. Hawg Caller, originated in the Carolinas, and Lunker Lure, a Midwestern company, are now able to bring to you professional quality spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, and jigs.

Lunker Lure was founded 25 years ago in Carterville, Illinois and is known for The Original Lunker Lure Buzzbait. Lunker Lure has brought many new and unique products to the bass fishing market in its long history, including the rattleback series of products that are favored by professional anglers. New products are constantly being developed and anglers can always look forward to something new from Lunker Lure.

Hawg Caller has long been a favored bass lure in the Carolinas primarily for the quality of this handmade lure. The Hawg Caller spinnerbaits and buzzbaits are hand crafted by experts, and hand painted with seven coats of paint and lacquer.

Lunker Lure/Hawg Caller has always been committed to producing high quality but affordable lures. In order to remain competitive with the flood of lures produced overseas, Lunker Lure/Hawg Caller turned to a human service agency located in nearby DuQuoin for assistance. Five Star Industries, a charitable organization that serves adults and children with a variety of challenges, has had a long history of manufacturing experience. From making redwood shelves for BBQ grills, to outdoor patio furniture, to hot tub cabinets/accessories, to a variety of assembly and packing contracts, Five Star Industries has long been innovative in creating meaningful work experiences for the challenged individuals it serves.

In 2005 the owners, desiring to fish a little more, agreed to sell Lunker Lure/Hawg Caller to Five Star Industries. Since that time Five Star has carried on the tradition of quality, innovation and affordability that has made Lunker Lure/Hawg Caller a lure leader since its inception.

Hawg Caller and Lunker Lure products are made in the USA by very proud and special workers and may be purchased at fine sporting goods stores nationwide. Or you may call 1-800-842-0582 to order direct, shop online, or e-mail us at sales@lunkerlure.com

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In January of 2000, two great regional bass lure companies joined forces to bring to the American angler a new excitement in fishing. Hawg Caller, originated in the Carolinas, and Lunker Lure, a Midwestern company, are now able to bring to you professional quality spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, and jigs.
In January of 2000, two great regional bass lure companies joined forces to bring to the American angler a new excitement in fishing. Hawg Caller, originated in the Carolinas, and Lunker Lure, a Midwestern company, are now able to bring to you professional quality spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, and jigs. In January of 2000, two great regional bass lure companies joined forces to bring to the American angler a new excitement in fishing. Hawg Caller, originated in the Carolinas, and Lunker Lure, a Midwestern company, are now able to bring to you professional quality spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, and jigs. In January of 2000, two great regional bass lure companies joined forces to bring to the American angler a new excitement in fishing. Hawg Caller, originated in the Carolinas, and Lunker Lure, a Midwestern company, are now able to bring to you professional quality spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, and jigs.
In January of 2000, two great regional bass lure companies joined forces to bring to the American angler a new excitement in fishing. Hawg Caller, originated in the Carolinas, and Lunker Lure, a Midwestern company, are now able to bring to you professional quality spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, and jigs.

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