Salmo Hornet Sinking 4cm UV Purple

Salmo Hornet Sinking 4cm UV Purple — Fast Sinking Action for Deeper Zones

The Salmo Hornet Sinking 4cm in UV Purple is a legendary crankbait that puts you in control of deeper water columns where predators hold. Recognized by In-Fisherman Magazine as one of the greatest walleye crankbaits of all time, this hand-crafted lure has been a staple in the Salmo line-up since 1995 and delivers on all freshwater predators—walleye, perch, pike, and trout alike.

Sinks Fast, Works Deep

The sinking version allows you to target fish holding below the thermocline or hugging structure in deeper water. Cast it out, let it descend to the strike zone, and retrieve with a steady crank or stop-and-go cadence. The high-action wobble and rod-vibrating feedback tell you exactly what the lure is doing, while the UV Purple finish adds visibility in low-light or stained water conditions.

Built to Last, Built to Catch

Constructed from Salmo's proprietary High Density Space-Aged Foam (HDSF)—engineered to match the buoyancy of balsa yet far more durable—the Hornet resists tooth punctures, absorbs zero water, and maintains its tuned action season after season. A welded through-wire construction keeps hooks secure during hard strikes, and the unbreakable polycarbonate lip powers through rocks and timber without chipping. Every Hornet is individually hand-tuned and tank-tested in Poland, then backed by Salmo's Lifetime Warranty.

Choose the Right Variant

The Hornet family offers five sizes (2.5cm, 3.5cm, 4cm, 5cm, 6cm) and three buoyancy types to match conditions and target species:

• 2.5cm Sinking — ultralight tackle, small perch, panfish, finesse presentations

• 3.5cm Sinking — light tackle, perch, small walleye, trout streams

• 4cm Sinking (this model) — versatile all-rounder for walleye, perch, medium trout; works in 2–4m depths with controlled descent

• 5cm Sinking — larger walleye, pike, lake trout; deeper water or faster current

• 6cm Sinking — big pike, zander, trophy walleye; heavy cover and deep structure

• Floating (FL) — shallow water, weed edges, suspend over structure

• Super Deep Runner (SD) — trolling, deep drop-offs, thermocline fishing

Color options include natural patterns (Real Identity Perch, Real Dace, Holographic Grey Shiner), high-contrast (Hot Perch, Beetle, Trout), and UV-enhanced finishes (UV Purple, Pearl Shad, Olive Hot Spot) for varied water clarity.

Facts

• Length: 4cm (approx. 1.6")

• Weight: 14g

• Type: Sinking crankbait

• Body: High Density Space-Aged Foam (HDSF)

• Construction: Welded through-wire, polycarbonate lip

• Hardware: USA-made Rasco split rings

• Hand-tuned and tank-tested

• Made in Poland

• Backed by Salmo Lifetime Warranty

• Warning: May contain lead or cadmium; wash hands after handling and avoid contact with food