Bill Lewis DR-24 Deep Diving Crankbait

The Bill Lewis DR-24 Deep Diving Crankbait uses Ledge Technology side planes to extend the effect of its diving bill. Its compact-bodied design is intended to reach 24 feet and beyond for bass presentations around offshore structure and ledges.

An internal weight-transfer system supports long casts, and Mustad Triple Grip treble hooks complete the lure. Actual running depth depends on line, casting distance, retrieve, and conditions, so use the depth claim as a starting point rather than a guarantee.

Product Details

• Brand: Bill Lewis.
• Model: DR-24.
• Style: deep diving crankbait.
• Designed to reach 24 feet and beyond under suitable conditions.
• Ledge Technology side planes extend the effect of the diving bill.
• Compact body.
• Internal weight-transfer system for casting.
• Mustad Triple Grip treble hooks.
• Pack quantity: 1 lure.
• Colors: Chartreuse Purple, Chartreuse Blue, Citrus Shad, Green Gizzard, and Threadfin 2.0.

How to Fish It

Use tackle suited to the lure and the resistance of a deep-diving retrieve. Make a short test cast to check that the bait tracks properly, then use longer casts where space allows to give it room to work down.

Choose a path across a ledge or beside offshore structure and begin with a steady retrieve. Where depth permits, let the bill make light bottom contact without forcing the lure into snags. Ease pressure or change your rod angle when resistance builds.

Try brief speed changes to interrupt a consistent retrieve. If the bait does not reach the zone you want, adjust your position, casting angle, or setup rather than assuming every cast will achieve its stated depth. Check for fouled hooks or debris whenever the lure’s action changes.

Care and Storage

Inspect the diving bill, side planes, hook points, and hook connections after fish or contact with hard structure. Remove debris, let the lure dry before storage, and use hook covers or a separate compartment to contain exposed trebles.