Whether you fish Pistol Petes with a spinning rod, fly rod, or by trolling them behind a boat, you will find Pistol Petes to be consistent fish-getters. Pistol Petes are very effective for trout, salmon, steelhead, pike, bass, crappie, walleye, and other freshwater game fish. They are also being used effectively for many saltwater species.
The secret of the Pistol Pete is the small propeller on the front of the fly, which creates an action and sound that excites fish into striking even when they are not in a feeding period.
