Museum Archive: Vintage Strike King Pro Model 5XD, 1/2oz Sexy Shad fishing lure #8585

Depths of 7.9 to 14.8 ft (2.4 – 4.5 m) are easily reached by the Strike King Pro Model 5XD thanks to its elongated, clear diving lip. This 2 1/4" (6 cm) crankbait is finished in the classic Sexy Shad pattern, featuring a pale blue-green back, a vibrant yellow lateral stripe, and detailed scale patterns on its pearlescent sides. A single black dot is positioned on each flank to serve as a visual trigger near the gold-and-black eyes. Weighed at 1/2 oz (14 g), the lure contains an internal rattle chamber designed to add acoustic presence during casting or trolling. Identified by product code 8585, this specific specimen shows no signs of use and carries a condition rating of 5/5. Two sharp treble hooks are attached via split rings to the floating body, which is engineered to back out of snags when the retrieve is paused. Originally manufactured in the USA, it remains a specialized tool for targeting pike and walleye in deep water columns.