Museum Archive: Vintage Heddon Tiny Torpedo, 1/4oz Frog fishing lure #15683

Frog patterns like this one, featuring a dark back and green spots over a yellow belly, have defined the Heddon aesthetic for decades. Weighing 1/4 oz (7 g) and measuring 2" (5 cm), this specimen is a classic example of the Tiny Torpedo line. Under product code 15683, it showcases the signature rear-mounted propeller that characterizes this surface-running bait, which stays at a depth of 0 ft (0 m). The underside is marked with a crisp "HEDDON TINY TORPEDO" stamp near the belly treble. The hardware includes two sharp treble hooks and a small metal bead behind the prop to facilitate smooth rotation against the tail screw. In its current state, the lure maintains a 5/5 condition rating, with the red-orange chin paint still vivid against the yellow base. The metal propeller even carries the brand's name, adding a touch of vintage craftsmanship to the tail assembly.