The Elusive 22nd Century Bluegill Bait

Total Score: 7.25 - GOOD

Introduction: 22nd Century has been at it for so long and is so well known for the Triple Trout that few tend to remember the company does make other baits. In 2009, we brought you our feature on the mythical Nezumma Rat and of course, back in 2007 we reviewed the renowned Triple Trout. The calendar has turned over to another odd year, so it must be that time again to pull another 22nd Century product out of our tackle box and show you what it's all about. Introducing our review of 22nd Century's Bluegill.

Introducing 22nd Century's Bluegill Swimbait.

Impressions: Anyone familiar with the Scott Whitmer's creations knows that his baits are based more on function than form. The Triple Trout is a loose interpretation of a trout's silhouette, but there is no denying the bait's effectiveness. Similarly, his bluegill bait would probably never be mistaken by another bluegill as a mating partner but the bait's oversized eyes, compact form, and sunfish-like profile are true to that 22nd Century mystique.

As you can see, this bait shares the same joints and "realism" as its sister bait, the Triple Trout.

The bait comes with a traditional two joint construction, stainless hardware throughout, a replaceable, soft plastic tail, swivels at the hook eyelets, and the traditional, bronze wire hooks. We usually replace these with Owner ST-41 or ST-56 hooks.

Only the joints in the bluegill seem even more flexible.