Museum Archive: Vintage Bagley b2, 2/5oz Shad fishing lure #12789

Weighing 2/5 oz (12 g), the balsa wood construction of this American-made crankbait highlights the premium build quality of the Bagley lineup. The Shad color scheme on this Bagley b2 is striking, featuring a fine silver scale pattern on the sides, a distinct black lateral spot, and a vivid red gill slash near the head. At a length of 2 1/4" (6 cm), it carries the classic teardrop profile that has made these lures staples in tackle boxes for decades. This specific specimen, product code 12789, retains its original painted yellow eyes with black pupils and a wide clear diving lip that remains securely fitted to the nose. The hardware consists of two bronze-finished treble hooks that show the lure's age gracefully while remaining fully intact. Earning a condition rating of 5/5, the paint finish is smooth and vibrant, showing no notable wear to the delicate balsa body. This model is a fine example of handcrafted vintage fishing gear designed for both the collector's shelf and the water.