Raid Japan Scratch

The Raid Japan Scratch is a topwater wake bait designed for anglers who want both wide-area searching power and pinpoint surface control. On a steady retrieve, it creates a strong surface wake and ripple, helping draw bass from a distance.

When worked with rod action, the Scratch can make sharp 180-degree turns, making it highly effective around cover, overhangs, bushes, docks, and other target zones. Its distinctive gill cup creates natural splashes and popping sounds during turns, while the tail prop adds extra surface disturbance.

Built with a thick inner body wall and balanced weight distribution, the Scratch lands softly while still producing strong water displacement. This gives it a wood-plug-like feel on the water and a larger presence than its compact body suggests.

Whether used as a search bait across open water or as a pinpoint lure around shallow cover, the Raid Japan Scratch is a versatile topwater bait designed to trigger quality bass on the surface.

Specifications

Length: 79.8 mm / 3.14 in
Weight: 3/4 oz class
Type: Floating
Category: Topwater Wake Bait / Prop Bait
Action: Wake, splash, turn, surface disturbance
Target: Largemouth & Smallmouth Bass

Recommended Setup

Rod: Medium to medium-heavy casting rod
Line: 12–20 lb monofilament or 30–50 lb braid
Technique: Steady wake retrieve, twitch-turn retrieve, pinpoint cover presentation
Best Conditions: Shallow cover, docks, overhangs, calm water, low-light periods

FAQ

What fish can you catch with the Raid Japan Scratch?

The Raid Japan Scratch is designed for bass, especially fish feeding near the surface or holding around shallow cover.

Is Raid Japan Scratch a topwater lure?

Yes, the Scratch is a floating topwater wake bait that creates surface wake, splash, and turning action.

How do you fish the Raid Japan Scratch?

Use a steady retrieve to create a wake across open water, or twitch the rod to make sharp turns around pinpoint targets like docks, bushes, and overhangs.