Museum Archive: Vintage Bomber Magnum Long A, 1oz fishing lure #17628

A pale cream belly transitions into a stippled olive-grey back on this substantial 6" (15cm) minnow profile. This Bomber Magnum Long A, identified by Product Code 17628, features a classic trout-inspired pattern with fine black speckles covering the upper half of its body. The hardware is remarkably clean, earning a 5/5 condition rating, with three sharp, silver-finished treble hooks securely attached. At the front, a distinct yellowish translucent lip is set to reach casting depths of 2-3ft (0.6–0.9 m) or troll down to 4-8ft (1.2–2.4 m). Notable visual details include the hand-painted appearance of the gills and the striking red eyes with large black pupils that provide a high-contrast target. Weighing in at a solid 1oz (26g), this USA-made lure is built to target larger predators like striped bass and walleye. The integration of the split ring on the nose eyelet suggests it is ready for immediate rigging.