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Predator lures · Big trout imitations · Our take
Savage Gear 4D Line Thru Trout 20cm
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A big, realistic trout imitation with a slow-sinking glide, proper pike appeal and a line-through system that keeps the lure working when a toothy one gets involved.
- 20cm jointed soft lure weighing 93g
- Slow-sinking SS action with a realistic S-curve swim
- 4D Photo Chrome skin print and strike-triggering scent
- Easy-change Line Thru system with pre-rigged Carbon49 wire modifier rig
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the 20cm, 93g Slow Sinking version of the Savage Gear 4D Line Thru Trout, reference SVS57389. One lure comes per pack.
Tackle Index Score
Tackle Index score
A specialist big-pike lure with a convincing action and useful rigging, held back slightly by its demanding tackle needs and single-lure pack.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality9.1/10
- Performance9.2/10
- Impact on Fish Catching9/10
- Ease of Use8.6/10
- Value for Money8.3/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Pike anglers hunting bigger fish. The 20cm trout profile gives a proper mouthful of bait and the line-through setup is designed around toothy predators.
- Anglers fishing clear water, margins and ambush spots. The realistic S-curve, Photo Chrome skin print and slow-sinking action give you a natural-looking bait to work past cover.
Maybe skip if
- Light lure anglers. At 93g, this needs a suitably powerful rod, reel and leader setup. It’s not a cheeky little lure for a light outfit.
- Small-water anglers or anyone targeting modest predators. The 20cm body has plenty of presence, which can be a bit much where the fish and available prey are smaller.
The lowdown
Introducing the Savage Gear 4D Line Thru Trout 20cm
A big, realistic trout imitation with a slow-sinking glide, proper pike appeal and a line-through system that keeps the lure working when a toothy one gets involved.
- 20cm jointed soft lure weighing 93g
- Slow-sinking SS action with a realistic S-curve swim
- 4D Photo Chrome skin print and strike-triggering scent
- Easy-change Line Thru system with pre-rigged Carbon49 wire modifier rig
Quick verdict
A proper big-fish bait
The Savage Gear 4D Line Thru Trout 20cm is built for anglers targeting serious predators with a convincing, jointed trout profile. Its slow-sinking attitude and realistic S-curve give you plenty of control around likely ambush spots.
It’s not a small, chuck-anywhere lure for casual sessions. This is a specialist pike bait with a decent presence in the water, a handy easy-change line system and a wire rig ready to go. If big trout imitations are your game, it’s a cracking option.
A specialist big-pike lure with a convincing action and useful rigging, held back slightly by its demanding tackle needs and single-lure pack.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality
- 9.1/10
- Performance
- 9.2/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 9/10
- Ease of Use
- 8.6/10
- Value for Money
- 8.3/10
The jointed soft construction, Photo Chrome skin, scent and supplied predator rig make this feel like a well-equipped lure.
The slow sink and realistic S-curve offer strong control across different depths and retrieves.
A sizeable trout profile, natural movement and scent give pike several reasons to have a go.
It arrives pre-rigged and has an easy-change Line Thru system, although the 93g weight demands suitable tackle.
The design and included rig add value, but one lure per pack and its specialist role may feel pricey for some anglers.
Head to head
How it stacks up
Side by side with the closest kit we've reviewed. This updates as we add more reviews.
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Savage Gear 4D Line Thru Trout 20cm
Big trout imitations have become proper staples for modern pike fishing, and the Savage Gear 4D Line Thru Trout 20cm sits firmly in that camp. It’s a sizeable, jointed soft lure with the sort of profile that makes sense when you’re trying to tempt a lump rather than nick a small jack. At 20cm and 93g, it’s got presence from the off.
The key feature is the slow-sinking action. That gives you a useful middle ground: you can keep the lure moving above weed, let it work down into a deeper lane or pause it near a margin without it rocketing straight to the deck. For pike sitting under a shelf or beside a reedbed, that control can be bob on.
In the water, the jointed body is designed to produce a realistic S-curve. You don’t need to rip it back like a mad thing. A steady turn of the handle should let the lure roll and snake along, while gentle pauses add a bit of hang time. That’s particularly handy when the fish are following but not quite committing.
The 4D Photo Chrome skin print adds to the visual trickery. It’s built to look like a proper prey fish rather than a generic rubber shad, and the trout shape gives you a broad, recognisable target. Add the strike-triggering scent and you’ve got a lure aimed at engaging more than just a pike’s eyesight.
Savage Gear has also fitted its easy-change Line Thru system. When a fish hits, the lure can slide up the line, leaving the hook and wire rig in a better position away from the soft body. That’s a sensible bit of design for pike anglers, especially when a fish gets its head down and starts doing the usual underwater handbags.
The lure arrives pre-rigged with a Carbon49 wire modifier rig and a Savage Gear Y-treble, so you’re not starting with a bare body and a box of bits. That keeps the faff down when you want to get on the bank and fish. You’ll still want to check your full trace, knots and tackle are up to the job, mind.
A weight spike is included as well. That lets you tune the lure’s behaviour to the swim, which can be dead handy when the fish want something slower, lower or a touch more deliberate. Use it with a bit of thought rather than blindly adding weight, because the beauty of this bait is its controlled glide.
Tackle-wise, this is firmly in big-lure territory. A 93g lure needs a rod, reel and main line that are comfortable casting it repeatedly, plus proper pike trace gear. Don’t try and bodge it onto a light predator outfit. You’ll enjoy the lure far more when the kit feels balanced and you can fish it confidently.
The main drawback is simple: this isn’t an all-rounder. It’s a specialist big-fish offering, and one lure per pack means building a few colours can soon cost a fair few quid. But if your fishing revolves around pike, big prey profiles and working ambush spots properly, the 4D Line Thru Trout 20cm looks like a very capable bit of kit.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Length
- 20cm
- Weight
- 93g
- Action
- Slow sinking (SS)
- Construction
- Jointed soft lure
- Line system
- Easy-change Line Thru system
- Rig and hook
- Pre-rigged Carbon49 wire modifier rig with Savage Gear Y-treble
Specs checked with Savage Gear, Oct 2026.
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Our take
Why it stands out
The Line Thru system is the clever bit. The lure slides up the line when a pike hits, helping keep the fish away from the body of the lure and leaving the Carbon49 wire modifier rig and Savage Gear Y-treble doing the business.
That slow-sinking, jointed body is useful too. You can fish it steadily over weed, count it down into a deeper lane or pause it beside cover. The S-curve does the talking, while the 4D Photo Chrome skin print supplies the visual fuss without needing you to bully the lure along.
Closer look
A convincing trout profile with useful control
The 20cm jointed soft body is made to produce a natural S-curve on a steady retrieve. Because this is the Slow Sinking version, you can fish different depths without constantly yanking the lure about. Count it down, wind it over weed or pause it near a margin and let the action do the work.
The 4D Photo Chrome skin print and strike-triggering scent add extra attraction, while the easy-change Line Thru system keeps the rig practical for pike fishing. The Carbon49 wire modifier rig and Savage Gear Y-treble are already fitted, and the included weight spike gives you another way to tune the presentation.
Worth knowing. At 93g, this is a serious predator lure. Check that your rod, reel, main line and trace are all comfortable with its casting weight before you start launching it around all day.
Who it suits
Made for deliberate pike fishing
This is a strong fit for pike anglers fishing larger waters, clear venues, reservoirs and swims where a big trout-shaped meal looks believable. Work it around reed edges, drop-offs, weed beds and margins where a predator can pin prey.
It also suits anglers who like changing the pace during a session. A steady retrieve searches water, the slow sink lets you find depth and a pause can give a following fish time to commit. Keep your movements smooth and avoid turning every cast into a wrestling match.
Worth knowing. Use a proper pike setup and handle fish with the usual care. Keep the trace secure, check the treble regularly and don’t fish this lure on tackle that feels underpowered.
FAQs in full
The bits you’ll want to know
Is it only for pike? Mainly, yes. The size, wire rig and big trout profile all point towards pike fishing. Other predators may show interest, but this is no subtle perch lure.
Can the action be changed? The lure is supplied as a Slow Sinking model, and the included weight spike lets you tune its behaviour. That gives you some flexibility, but it remains a substantial, jointed bait rather than a finesse offering.
Worth knowing. One lure comes per pack. If you want a few colours for different water clarity or light levels, remember that the cost can soon add up.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Very convincing trout profile and S-curve action
- Slow-sinking behaviour gives you good control over depth
- Easy-change Line Thru system is practical for pike fishing
- Comes pre-rigged with Carbon49 wire and a Savage Gear Y-treble
- Weight spike included for tuning the lure
Worth knowing
- A 93g lure needs suitable predator tackle and a decent casting setup
- The single-lure pack can feel a bit spicy on the wallet if you’re building a colour range
- Its size makes it less suited to small waters, finesse fishing or cautious perch work
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Your questions answered
What anglers want to know
The stuff you’d ask your mate on the next peg. Straight answers, no waffle.
01What species is the Savage Gear 4D Line Thru Trout 20cm for?
What species is the Savage Gear 4D Line Thru Trout 20cm for?
It’s primarily a pike lure. The big trout shape and 20cm profile are aimed at predators looking for a substantial meal, rather than perch or small chub.
02How should you fish the Slow Sinking version?
How should you fish the Slow Sinking version?
Try a steady retrieve with pauses, counting it down over deeper water or ticking it above weed. Around margins and cover, keep it moving naturally and use pauses to let the lure hang in the pike’s window.
03What comes in the pack?
What comes in the pack?
One 20cm lure is supplied. It includes the pre-rigged Carbon49 wire modifier rig, Savage Gear Y-treble and a weight spike.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: a proper big-fish bait. The strongest reasons to choose it are very convincing trout profile and s-curve action and slow-sinking behaviour gives you good control over depth; the main trade-off is a 93g lure needs suitable predator tackle and a decent casting setup.
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Very convincing trout profile and S-curve action”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Pike anglers hunting bigger fish: The 20cm trout profile gives a proper mouthful of bait and the line-through setup is designed around toothy predators.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “A 93g lure needs suitable predator tackle and a decent casting setup”
Tackle Index’s take from the product details and fishing fit we checked. We haven’t found enough independent public feedback to call this an angler consensus yet.
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