HARELINE Howitzer Baitfish Popper Heads

Product details

Hareline Howitzer Baitfish Popper Heads are designed to create realistic baitfish-style topwater flies. Their sleek, forward-facing profile gives the illusion of a fleeing or injured baitfish, combining subtle popping action with a natural silhouette.

Made from high-density EVA foam, these heads are lightweight, extremely buoyant, and durable. The concave mouth delivers just enough surface disturbance to trigger strikes without spooking wary fish. Their tapered shape offers a stealthier profile compared to traditional poppers while still pushing water effectively.

Howitzer heads come pre-drilled for easy mounting on standard hooks or articulated shanks, and the textured surface allows strong adhesion of glue, paint, markers, or UV resin.

Sizes, hook compatibility, recommended eyes & target species:
Small

Fits hooks #6 to #2

Recommended eyes: 3 mm

Quantity: 8 heads per pack

Best for: perch, trout, chub, baby bass

Medium

Fits hooks #2 to 1/0

Recommended eyes: 4 mm

Quantity: 8 heads per pack

Best for: largemouth bass, sea trout, stripers, XL perch

Large

Fits hooks 1/0 to 3/0

Recommended eyes: 6 mm

Quantity: 6 heads per pack

Best for: pike, peacock bass, strong stripers, snook, juvenile dorado

The Howitzer heads pair perfectly with Hareline Surface Seducer Dragon Eyes or any similar 3D stick-on eyes in matching sizes. Their baitfish-inspired design, subtle pop, and clean profile make them a go-to choice for fly tyers looking to combine realism and topwater action in both fresh and saltwater.