Strike King KVD Deep Diver Square Bill 1.5 Chart Black

The Strike King KVD Deep Diver Square Bill 1.5 is a hard-body crankbait built on the proven success of the standard KVD 1.5, but engineered to reach deeper structure and cover. If you're targeting bass suspended over deep holes, ledges, or submerged timber in reservoirs and river systems, this deep-diving square bill delivers the action and profile that Kevin VanDam refined through years of tournament fishing. The square bill design helps it track straight, deflect off cover, and create the hunting motion that triggers strikes in deeper zones other crankbaits can't touch.

What sets the Deep Diver apart is its aggressive bill geometry—designed to pull the bait down to greater depths on standard retrieve and when trolled. You get the same tight, erratic wobble and vibration that made the original KVD 1.5 a staple in freshwater bass fishing, but now you're working deeper water columns and structure. The Chart Black color scheme is a time-tested choice for stained to slightly off-color water, where contrast and visibility matter most.

Whether you're fishing offshore structure, deep grass lines, or a reservoir in late summer when fish move to cooler, deeper zones, this bait covers water efficiently and presents a profile bass recognize. It's a tool for anglers who want a deep-diving crankbait with a track record, not an experiment.

Key Features

• Deep-diving square bill design for accessing greater depths than standard KVD 1.5
• Proven tight wobble and erratic hunting action
• Square bill design for straight tracking and deflection off cover
• Chart Black color for stained and moderately off-color water
• Built on Kevin VanDam's original KVD 1.5 specifications

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between the KVD 1.5 Deep Diver and the standard KVD 1.5?

The Deep Diver features a more aggressive bill design that allows it to dive to greater depths, making it ideal for reaching fish in deeper structure and offshore zones. The standard KVD 1.5 works shallower cover. Both share the same proven action and profile.

What water conditions is Chart Black best for?

Chart Black is a high-visibility color that works well in stained water and moderately off-color conditions, where contrast helps bass locate the bait.

Is the KVD Deep Diver good for trolling deep structure?

Yes. The deep-diving bill and square bill design make this bait suitable for trolling over ledges, deep grass, and submerged timber where you need to maintain depth and position.