Panther Martin Classic Inline Spinner 1 - 1 g

Product highlights

The Panther Martin Classic spinner is a long-standing staple of lure fishing, adopted for years by trout and predator anglers. Its inline blade design produces intense vibrations at the slightest retrieve, triggering strikes even when fish are wary or inactive. Thanks to its robust metal construction and compact profile, this spinner casts easily, stabilizes quickly in the current and maintains a steady action across different flow lines.

Versatile and easy to use, this trout inline spinner effectively covers holding areas in rivers, streams or lakes. It remains fishable at a variety of retrieval speeds, from slow probing of deep holes to faster animations over shallows and riffles. Its treble hook ensures a high hookup rate while providing reliable hold during the fight.

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced angler, the Panther Martin Classic naturally earns a place in any trout, perch or chub lure box. Its strong attraction to multiple species makes it a dependable choice for exploring new waters or focusing on favorite spots throughout the season.

Technical specifications

• Inline blade mounted directly on the shaft for immediate rotation on contact with the water, even at low retrieval speeds.
• Profiled, weighted body to optimize casting distance and stability in current, including fast-flowing rivers.
• Sharp treble hook for better penetration and effective hooksets, reducing drop-offs during the fight.
• Robust metal construction designed to withstand impacts on rocky bottoms and repeated predatory attacks.
• Strong vibrations and attractive sound emissions that stimulate predatory instinct in both clear and slightly stained water.
• Available in multiple sizes, weights and finishes to suit many environments and fishing conditions while retaining the same characteristic action.

Advantages and key strengths

The main strength of the Panther Martin Classic spinner for trout lies in its immediate effectiveness. Even with a very simple straight retrieve, the blade begins to spin without faltering, making it ideal for anglers discovering inline spinners. It forgives imperfect retrieves while maintaining high attraction power, producing catches from the very first outings.

For more experienced anglers, this predator fishing spinner offers great finesse. By varying speed, depth and angle to the current, you can precisely comb each water layer. Its stability allows efficient work on current heads, shaded banks, fast seams or calmer downstream pockets behind obstacles, while keeping constant control of the lure.

Because it is offered in several variants, the Panther Martin Classic remains effective in very different contexts, from small mountain streams to larger rivers or deeper waters. Without changing your animation habits, you can choose the version best suited to the conditions while retaining the same vibratory signature and ease of use that built the spinner’s reputation.

Usage tips

To get the best from this reference inline spinner, pair it with a light spinning rod spooled with a fine, sensitive line. A discreet fluorocarbon leader and a small barrel swivel reduce line twist and promote a natural presentation while preserving the blade’s freedom to rotate.

In rivers, cast slightly upstream and follow the drift while maintaining constant contact with the spinner. Adjust retrieval speed so the blade keeps turning without stalling—slow down in deep pockets and speed up over riffles. In lakes or still waters, use sawtooth retrieves punctuated with pauses to trigger strikes from following fish. Don’t hesitate to change depth by counting seconds before starting the retrieve.

On educated fish, alternate slow near-bottom presentations with faster passes nearer the surface. The Panther Martin Classic’s ability to remain stable during sudden accelerations provokes reflex strikes, particularly from trout and perch. Also adjust size and finish to the type of water and clarity—choose the spinner variant best suited to the situation.

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FAQ

Question 1: Is this spinner reserved for trout fishing?

Answer: No. Although the Panther Martin Classic is particularly renowned for trout fishing in rivers, it also performs very well on perch, chub and other freshwater predators in both rivers and lakes, making it a versatile lure to always have on hand.