Strong Arm Grifter – Crab Fly
The Strong Arm Grifter is FINATICS Fly Company’s refined take on a proven crab pattern—built with tighter proportions, cleaner profiles, and more natural movement to consistently fool redfish, permit, and other shallow-water predators.
Designed to imitate fleeing and defensive crustaceans, this fly lands soft, settles quickly, and holds a realistic claw-up posture that triggers immediate reaction strikes. Whether you’re working grass flats, sand pockets, or poling clear water for wary fish, the Grifter stays in the zone and gets noticed without spooking your target.
This is a purpose-built crab pattern for anglers who need precision, subtlety, and results when it matters most.
Which Size Should You Choose?
• #2 – Standard size for redfish and aggressive feeders
• #4 – Smaller profile for permit, pressured fish, and clear water conditions
Why It Works
• Realistic crab profile with defensive claw-forward posture
• Weighted eyes create a natural jigging action
• Lands soft and tracks naturally along the bottom
• Balanced design prevents rolling and keeps the fly upright
• Subtle, natural presentation ideal for technical species like permit
Sizes & Build
#2 (Standard Profile)
• Ideal for redfish, speckled trout, and general saltwater use
• Strong presence for fish actively feeding
• Versatile size across multiple conditions
#4 (Compact Profile)
• More subtle presentation for pressured fish and clear water
• Ideal for permit and selective feeders
• Smaller footprint with the same realistic action
Fly Details
• Tied by FINATICS Fly Company
• Crab-style profile with natural material blends
• Eyes: Weighted for bottom contact and proper posture
• Hook: Saltwater hook (corrosion-resistant)
Available Colors
• Natural
• Olive
• Rust
When to Fish It
• Sight casting to redfish and permit
• Sand flats, grass edges, and oyster lines
• Clear water and pressured fish scenarios
• When fish are keyed in on crabs
