A Lifelong Angler
I’m Chris Wenzel — a lifelong angler with a passion for creating handcrafted lures designed to catch all kinds of fish.
I’ve been fishing for as long as I could hold a rod. Over the years, I’ve fished all over the country — from local tournaments to national events — taught young anglers, and competed as both a professional tournament angler and trophy fisherman.
These days, you’ll find me chasing big smallmouth and pursuing my goal of guiding in Northern Wisconsin.
Handcrafted Lures Made Locally in Shop
I’m so passionate about fishing, I started Execution Lures to build custom, handcrafted lures for anglers of all ages. I began making lures more than 20 years ago, starting out with simple lead jigs in my garage. As a mostly self-taught entrepreneur, I reinvested every dollar back into the craft to develop new lures.
Today, my work has expanded to include hand-poured plastics, custom rods, detailed airbrushed finishes, and a full line of lead products — all made by hand with real-world fishing experience.
Quality You Can Trust
Every lure I create is handcrafted in my shop using what I’ve learned from decades on the water, knowing what works and what doesn’t. Each bait goes through a 5-point hand inspection to ensure consistent quality prior to sale.
A lure is nothing if it doesn’t work. I only sell lures I like and use — reliable gear with proven results. And if you have a problem with a lure or something breaks, I’ll replace it. Execution Lures offers an unbeatable warranty and money-back guarantee.
Sharing the Joy of Fishing
One of the biggest thrills for me is catching fish on my own products — but even more fun is seeing my customers land theirs. To celebrate your success on the water, I’m planning to launch a Trophy Page where anglers can submit photos and stories.
Fishing is my passion, and I love sharing it with others. I hope you snag one of our handmade lures for your tackle box and follow along as I add how-to guides, videos, and other resources to help anglers get the most from their gear.
And be sure to check out social media for updates as the new shop comes to life.
Fishing Gear Made Especially For You
1. Tell me what you’re fishing for
(species, style, colors, quantity)
(optional but helpful)
5. I handcraft your custom lures
Custom work available for:

