Strike TGSB38WW Spinnerbait Review
Our verdict
The Strike TGSB38WW spinnerbait costs $9.47 and carries a 4.7 star rating across 80 reviews, plus 100+ bought last month. Its high carbon steel frame and Gamakatsu needle point hook target bass specifically, making it a solid pick for anglers who want a proven bass profile rather than a multi species lure.
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Bass anglers who want a dedicated 3/8 oz spinnerbait with a needle point hook and a simple white chrome finish, at a price under $10 backed by a 4.7 star rating across 80 reviews.
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Anglers who fish for species other than bass, since this spinnerbait lists bass as its only target species, or anyone who wants a bulk multi pack, since it ships as a single 1 piece lure.
- Material High Carbon Steel
- Weight 0.38 Ounces
- Target Species Bass
- Technique Gamakatsu Needle Point
- Size 3/8 oz
- Color White Chrome
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 80 owner ratings
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Popularity0.6/5
80 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other fishing gear and tackle we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
A bass angler working a rip rap bank or a stained pond wants a spinnerbait that throws a strong silhouette and holds up to repeated strikes. The Strike TGSB38WW is built from high carbon steel and weighs 0.38 ounces, which puts it in the popular 3/8 oz class that casts well on medium spinning gear. It uses a Gamakatsu needle point hook, a recognized name in hook manufacturing, and comes in a single white chrome finish designed to mimic baitfish flash. At $9.47 it sits in the middle of the spinnerbait price range on this list.
Compared with the Strike MK-93G at $3.99, the TGSB38WW costs more than double but pairs a name brand hook with a steel frame instead of the MK-93G's synthetic build. Against the Yakima 206-WH at $8.99, which carries a 4.7 star rating across 1,023 reviews and 200+ bought last month, the TGSB38WW is priced close but has a much smaller review base at 80 reviews, even though its own rating matches at 4.7 stars. The Yakima 206-FRT at $8.99 has 225 reviews and 0+ bought last month, showing weaker recent demand than either the TGSB38WW or the 206-WH.
For anglers targeting bass specifically, the TGSB38WW's needle point hook and steel construction make a reasonable case at its price, backed by 100+ bought last month and a 4.7 star average. Buyers who want a wider proven track record before committing may prefer the Yakima 206-WH, which has far more reviews at a similar price.
Pros
- High carbon steel frame built for repeated bass strikes
- Gamakatsu needle point hook, a recognized name in hook manufacturing
- 3/8 oz size matches the most common spinnerbait class for medium spinning gear
- 4.7 star rating across 80 reviews
- 100+ bought last month shows active recent demand
- Priced at $9.47, below the pricier multi piece spinnerbait kits on this list
Cons
- Only 80 reviews, far fewer than the 1,536 on the Strike MK-93G or 1,023 on the Yakima 206-WH
- Ships as a single 1 piece lure, not a multi pack
- Only one color option, white chrome
- At $9.47 it costs more than double the $3.99 Strike MK-93G
- Listed for bass only, with no multi species claim
Specifications
| Material | High Carbon Steel |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.38 Ounces |
| Target Species | Bass |
| Technique | Gamakatsu Needle Point |
| Size | 3/8 oz |
| Color | White Chrome |
| Pieces | 1 |
| Feature | Lure |
Performance notes
The 0.38 ounce, 3/8 oz weight class puts this spinnerbait in the range anglers typically throw on medium to medium heavy spinning rods, letting it sink at a moderate rate through the water column without needing a heavier rod to cast it comfortably. High carbon steel construction is a step up from the synthetic frame used on the Strike MK-93G, and steel wire forms typically hold their shape better under the flex of a fighting fish. The Gamakatsu needle point hook is built by a manufacturer known specifically for hook sharpness and point geometry, which matters most on the hook set when a bass strikes and the angler needs the point to penetrate quickly. The white chrome color is a single, flash-forward finish meant to imitate baitfish scales in clearer water, rather than the more muted or fire tiger patterns some multi species lures use.
What buyers say
An 80 review count is modest next to the four-digit totals on the Strike MK-93G (1,536 reviews) and the Yakima 206-WH (1,023 reviews), suggesting the TGSB38WW is a newer or lower volume listing rather than a long established bestseller. Its 4.7 star average matches the top rated alternatives on this list, including the 206-WH and the Yakima 206-FRT, so the smaller sample has not come with a lower score. The 100+ bought last month figure indicates steady recent purchasing, though it trails the 400+ seen on the MK-93G and the 200+ on the 206-WH. Together the pattern reads as a well liked but still building product rather than an established high volume seller.
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Frequently asked questions
What species is the Strike TGSB38WW spinnerbait designed for?
The listing specifies bass as the target species. Its 3/8 oz size and Gamakatsu needle point hook are sized and shaped for the bite force and cover typically associated with bass fishing, rather than being marketed as a multi species lure like some of the alternatives on this list.
How does the price compare to other spinnerbaits on this list?
At $9.47 it costs more than double the $3.99 Strike MK-93G, and slightly more than the $8.99 price on both the Yakima 206-FRT and the Yakima 206-WH. It lands as a mid priced single lure among the four spinnerbaits compared here, above the cheapest option but not the most expensive.
Is the 4.7 star rating with only 80 reviews reliable?
An 80 review sample is smaller than the 1,000-plus totals on the Yakima 206-WH or Strike MK-93G, so there is less data behind the average. The rating itself matches those larger sample alternatives at 4.7 stars, and 100+ units bought last month suggests the pattern is holding as more buyers weigh in.