Pistol Petes combine the looks of a fly with the action and sound of a lure. A favorite of fishermen throughout North America, Pistol Petes are great for trout and panfish in both lakes and streams. They can be fished using a spinning rod with a fly-bubble setup, with a fly rod, or trolled behind a boat. 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 for all species of North American game fish. developed specifically for trout as an attractor pattern, Pistol Petes are very effective for trout, salmon, steelhead, pike, bass, crappie, walleye, and other freshwater game fish. Pistol Petes are also being used effectively for many saltwater species. The secret of the Pistol Pete is the action created by the small propeller on the front of the fly.