July in Ireland can be full of surprises. Warm days, a light breeze, and crystal-clear water — perfect conditions for chasing big predators. That day, I decided to check a shallow bay covered with weeds, a spot most anglers usually skip. And that’s exactly where he was — the king of the water.

After a few casts, the moment came — a sudden flash under the surface, a powerful strike, and the fight of a lifetime began. At the end of my setup was my own handmade lure — the Frakel 15 cm in perch color. That’s the lure that brought this incredible 116 cm pike to the net.

It was one of the first truly big fish ever caught on my own creation, KM Handmade Lures. The Frakel 15 cm is a slow-sinking jerkbait, specifically designed for shallow waters and for targeting big, cautious pike hiding among weeds. Its action is wide but not overly aggressive — it perfectly imitates the calm, natural swimming motion of a large baitfish. The perch color pattern worked perfectly that day, standing out in the sunlight and triggering the pike’s instinct to strike.

The fight was intense. The pike used every bit of the water, trying to dive back into the vegetation. After a few minutes full of adrenaline, I finally managed to land him — 116 centimeters of pure strength and beauty. A true symbol of passion, patience, and belief in what you create with your own hands.

That July day proved that even in shallow, overgrown waters, you can meet a true giant. And all thanks to a handmade slow-sinking jerkbait – the Frakel 15 cm (perch color) by KM Handmade Lures.

That day will forever stay in my memory. It motivated me to keep designing new and even bigger lures — something that has become my true passion ever since. analaze for keywords for custom made lures shop