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Strike King · Suspending Jerkbaits
Strike King KVD Jerkbait, 1/2 oz, Summer Sexy Shad
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- Item weight
- 0.5 Ounces
- Product dimensions
- 1 x 1 x 1 inches
Quick take
A 4.75 in jerkbait that combines roll, wiggle and flash for aggressive strikes from bass and panfish.
A 4.75 inch, half-ounce suspending jerkbait in Summer Sexy Shad that reaches 4 to 7 feet. It has a weight transfer system for casting and three hooks. A good fit for anglers who like twitching a baitfish profile and letting it hang.
Best for
- Jerking on slack line for maximum action
- Bass in clear to stained water
- Target depth of 4-7 feet
Skip if
- You want a steady-retrieve lure
- You need to fish deeper than 7 feet
Strengths
- Weight transfer system improves castability
- 3D eyes and sharp hooks are built for confidence
- Roll and wiggle action is irresistible when jerked
Trade-offs
- Jerkbait fishing requires active rod work
- At 4.75 in, snags easily in weeds and timber
- Requires heavier line than smaller lures
Fishing fit
- Species
- Bass
- Panfish
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Skill level
- Intermediate
When and where to fish it
Its silver baitfish pattern suits clear to lightly stained water.
- Clarity
- Clear
- Stained
- Light
- Bright
- Overcast
How deep and around what
It runs down to 7 ft, in the mid depth zone, along grass edges and rock.
- Surface
- Shallow (to 5 ft)
- Mid (5 to 12 ft) (this product)
- Deep (12 to 25 ft)
- Very deep (over 25 ft)
- Maximum diving depth
- 7 ft
- Depth zone
- Mid (5 to 12 ft)
- Cover
- Grass
- Rock
What it imitates
Its silver baitfish pattern imitates shad.
- Shad
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Chartreuse Sexy Shad, Chartreuse Shad, Citrus Shad, Pro Citrus Shad | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| Clear AYU, Sexy Ghost Minnow | Gives a see-through baitfish look in clear water and bright sun. |
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| Carolina Chrome, Crystal Shad, Green Gizzard Shad, Natural Shad, Sexy Blue Back Herring, Sexy Shad, Silver TN Shad, Smokey Chrome / Blue, Strobe Shad, Summer Sexy Shad, TN Shad 2.0This one | Flashes like a baitfish in clear to lightly stained water. |
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| Pro Bone | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Clearwater Minnow, Natural Bream, Phantom Perch, Pro Green, Yellow Perch | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Gold / Black Back, Pro Gold | Flashes in stained, tea-colored water and on dark days. |
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| Pro Black, Pro Blue, Pro Purple Headed Hammer | Shows a solid outline in muddy water, at dusk and at night. |
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Which one should I pick?
Choose the version by the size your rod and line can cast, then choose the color by water clarity.
| Version | Lure weight | Length | Maximum diving depth | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strike King KVD Slash Bait, 4.75 in | Lure weight:1/2 oz | Length:4.75 in | Maximum diving depth:7 ft | Color:Natural Bream | Suits:Mid (5 to 12 ft), clear water |
| Strike King KVD Jerkbait, 1/2 oz, Pro Green | Lure weight:1/2 oz | Length:4.75 in | Maximum diving depth:7 ft | Color:Pro Green | Suits:Mid (5 to 12 ft), clear water |
| Strike King KVD Jerkbait, 1/2 oz, Summer Sexy Shad | Lure weight:1/2 oz | Length:4.75 in | Maximum diving depth:7 ft | Color:Summer Sexy Shad | Suits:Mid (5 to 12 ft), clear and stained water |
| Strike King KVD Jerkbait, 4.75 inch, Smokey Chrome / Blue | Lure weight:— | Length:4.75 in | Maximum diving depth:— | Color:Smokey Chrome / Blue | Suits:Clear and stained water |
| Strike King KVD Jerkbait, TN Shad 2.0 | Lure weight:— | Length:— | Maximum diving depth:— | Color:TN Shad 2.0 | Suits:Clear and stained water |
About this type
A lure is an artificial bait that draws a strike with its shape, color and movement.
Each kind is built for certain depths and ways of fishing.
Weight decides how far a lure casts and what rod and line it needs; color changes how visible it is in the water.
Facts
| Lure weight | 1/2 oz |
|---|---|
| Length | 4.75 in |
| Minimum diving depth | 4 ft |
| Maximum diving depth | 7 ft |
| Buoyancy | Suspending |
| Color | Summer Sexy Shad |
| Color family | Shad and silver |
Common questions
How much does it weigh?
It weighs 1/2 oz.
How long is it?
It is 4.75 in long.
How deep does it run?
It runs to a maximum depth of 7 ft.
Does it float or sink?
It is a suspending lure.
What color is this version?
This version is Summer Sexy Shad.
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