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True to Chicone’s style, the Contraband Crab expertly combines toughness with lifelike appearance, making it a dependable choice for cautious permit and a convincing smaller crab imitation to attract larger bonefish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Umpqua Feather Merchants","offers":[{"title":"#4","offer_id":50942176231640,"sku":null,"price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0338\/6838\/2341\/files\/30920_source_1574279297.jpg?v=1760732456"},{"product_id":"umpquas-contraband-crab-tan","title":"Umpqua's Contraband Crab- Tan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Contraband Crab, created by Drew Chicone, is a highly effective fly for permit and bonefish, featuring an innovative design inspired by the texture of a Brillo pad. 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