Museum Archive: Vintage Heddon Excalibur Shallow Runner Bill Dance Swim N Image, 2/5oz Gold / Green fishing lure #6906

Weighing in at 2/5oz (12.5g), the body of this Heddon Excalibur Shallow Runner showcases a Gold / Green scale pattern designed for near-surface presentation. Bearing the product code 6906, the 3" (7.5cm) frame is marked with Bill Dance’s signature, a nod to its American roots. The coloration features a dark green scaled back over a golden side, finished with an orange lateral stripe and vibrant orange eyes. A distinct black spot sits just behind the head, serving as a classic visual attractor in vintage lure design. This specimen earns a 4/5 condition rating, presenting clean surfaces and original treble hooks. It is a noisy model designed to operate at depths up to 1.6 ft (0.5 m), making it suitable for fishing over submerged cover or in shallow flats. The clear plastic lip is securely integrated into the nose, ensuring the lure maintains its intended depth during the retrieve.