Strike King Series 6XD Hard Knock - 1oz Chart Powder Blue

The Strike King Series 6XD Hard Knock is a 1-ounce deep-diving crankbait engineered to reach depths beyond 19 feet, making it a go-to choice for bass anglers targeting structure in deeper water. The 6XD's signature curved bill design enables a steeper descent angle and faster diving action than conventional crankbaits, letting you cover productive deep zones quickly and efficiently. Whether you're working offshore ledges, deep channels, or submerged timber, this bait puts you in the strike zone where bigger fish hold during summer and fall.

What sets the Hard Knock apart is its auditory profile: the bait features free-floating rattle chambers paired with one solid rattle, producing a distinct knocking sound that cuts through noise and attracts fish even in murky or low-light conditions. That acoustic signature—combined with the bait's tight, aggressive wobble—triggers reaction strikes from bass that might otherwise ignore standard crankbait presentations.

The Chart Powder Blue color scheme offers high visibility in both clear and stained water, helping you track bait position while the fish see a realistic prey profile. At 1 ounce, this crankbait casts well on medium and medium-heavy spinning and baitcasting gear, giving you the distance to cover water efficiently. The 6XD works in reservoirs, natural lakes, and river systems wherever deep structure and depth changes exist.

Key Features

• Dives 19 feet or deeper for reaching offshore structure and suspended fish
• Curved bill design enables faster descent and steeper dive angle than standard deep divers
• Free-floating rattle chambers with one solid rattle for distinctive knocking sound
• Tight, aggressive wobble action triggers reaction bites
• 1-ounce weight for solid casting distance and control
• Chart Powder Blue color for high visibility and realistic forage imitation

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

How deep does the Strike King 6XD Hard Knock dive?

The 6XD is designed to reach depths of 19 feet or beyond, making it suitable for fishing offshore structure, deep channels, and submerged cover that requires a fast-sinking, hard-diving presentation.

What's the difference between the 6XD and other deep-diving crankbaits?

The 6XD features a unique curved bill design that allows the bait to dive deeper and faster than conventional deep divers. Combined with its hard-knock rattle system—free-floating chambers with one solid rattle—it produces a distinctive sound profile that attracts fish through auditory stimulus.

What does the Chart Powder Blue color work best for?

Chart Powder Blue offers high visibility in both clear and stained-water conditions, helping you track the bait while presenting a realistic forage profile to the fish.

What weight line and rod do I need to fish the 1-ounce Hard Knock?

At 1 ounce, this crankbait works well on medium to medium-heavy spinning and baitcasting gear. Specific line weight and rod recommendations depend on your individual setup and fishing conditions; consult your rod and reel manufacturer for guidance.