Museum Archive: Vintage Harrison Industries Baby Bat, 3/16oz fishing spoon #17909

A weight of 3/16oz (5g) makes the Baby Bat a distinctively compact metal lure designed for light tackle applications. Produced by Harrison Industries under product code 17909, the construction features a unique stamped metal body shaped like a bat, with two distinct flutes that meet at a central spine. This specific specimen measures 0 3/4" (2cm) and carries a finish that transitions between silver and gold tones across its surface. The hardware consists of a fixed double hook at the trailing edge, which remains structurally sound. Regarding its state, the lure is well-preserved with a 4/5 condition rating, showing soft surface wear where the base metal is visible through the finish. A single attachment eyelet is positioned at the leading edge for secure rigging.