Museum Archive: Vintage Atlantic Lures Flathead, 3/16oz red fishing lure #20082

Weighing in at 3/16oz (6g), the Atlantic Lures Flathead is a quintessential piece of vintage American tackle. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5cm), the body features a distinctive curved profile finished in a red hue adorned with bold black spotting along the back and sides. Labeled as Product Code 20082, this specimen is in 5/5 condition, showcasing a clean finish and hardware that remains bright. Atlantic Lures designed this floating model primarily for casting and trolling across various freshwater environments. Anglers frequently targeted species like trout, salmon, and pike with this shape, relying on its inherent buoyancy during pauses in the retrieve. The two belly-mounted treble hooks are securely attached, reflecting the quality typical of regional USA manufacturing from this era.