Museum Archive: Vintage Bandit 200 UV, 1/3oz Chartreuse UV fishing lure #17069

Reaching depths of up to 10ft (3.0 m), a deep-diving crankbait like this specimen (product code 17069) serves as a reliable tool for casting or trolling when targeting zander and pike. Weighing 1/3oz (8.5g) and measuring 2" (5.0 cm), the lure’s most striking feature is its Chartreuse UV finish, which reacts intensely to ultraviolet light for increased visibility in stained water or low-light conditions. This American-made Bandit includes a noisy internal rattle system designed to provide auditory cues to predators. The hardware consists of a silver-tone rear treble and a specialized red belly treble, a configuration often preferred by anglers to create a targeted strike point. Rated at 4/5, the exterior shows light surface wear, though the vibrant pigment remains bold. Its clear plastic diving lip is angled for a steep descent, allowing the floating body to back out of snags during a pause in the retrieve.