Strike King · Paddle-Tail Swimbaits
Strike King KVD Swim-N-Shiner, 4 inches, Ghost Shad, 6-Pack
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Color: Ghost Shad
Size: 4"
- 4"
- Item weight
- 0.1 Pounds
- Product dimensions
- 1 x 1 x 1 inches
Quick take
A 4-inch soft plastic shad with a paddle tail that moves on the slowest retrieves, scented with coffee and salt for added attraction.
The Strike King KVD Swim-N-Shiner is a 4-inch soft paddle-tail swimbait in Ghost Shad, packed six to a bag. Its tail moves at the slowest retrieve speeds, a subtle wiggle suited to a finesse presentation. Anglers often rig it on a weighted hook, an umbrella rig or an exposed jighead where weeds are not a problem. Its coffee-scented soft plastic sets it apart from unscented swimbaits.
Best for
- Bass fishing with slow, finesse presentations
- Jigging scenarios where subtle movement attracts bites
- Anglers who want scent as an additional attraction trigger
Skip if
- You need fast-moving baits for aggressive fish
- You prefer unscented lures
Strengths
- Soft, pliable plastic with high salt content keeps the bait supple in any presentation
- Coffee scent masks human oil and adds odor attraction
- Paddle tail moves on even the slowest retrieves, creating action without angler input
Trade-offs
- Soft plastic is delicate and requires frequent replacement
- Coffee scent is personal preference; some anglers find it distracting
- Ghost shad is subtle coloring that works best in clear water
Fishing fit
- Species
- Bass
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Jigging
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | soft plastic swimbait |
|---|---|
| Length | 4 in |
| Count | 6 |
| Color | Ghost shad |
| Scent | Coffee and salt |
| Material | Soft plastic |
When and where to fish it
Its see-through pattern suits clear water in bright light.
- Clarity
- Clear
- Light
- Bright
What it imitates
Its see-through pattern imitates minnows.
- Minnow
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Key Lime Pie | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| Ghost ShadThis one | Gives a see-through baitfish look in clear water and bright sun. |
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| Pearl | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Green Pumpkin/Pearl Belly | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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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
| Length | 4 in |
|---|---|
| Pack count | 6 |
| Color | Ghost Shad |
| Color family | Translucent |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 4 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is Ghost Shad.
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