Museum Archive: Vintage Bandit 700 UV, 3/4oz Yellow / Blue fishing lure #9021

Ultraviolet light activation allows the 3/4 oz (21 g) body to glow prominently at depth, a crucial feature for low-visibility fishing environments. Measuring 2 3/4" (7 cm) in length, this specimen features a vibrant yellow belly and sides that transition into a blue and green scaled back, accented by a bold red eye. Carrying the product code 9021, the Bandit 700 UV is a dedicated deep-runner engineered to reach depths between 14–18 ft (4.2 m – 5.4 m) while casting or trolling. The clear, elongated diving bill is paired with an internal rattling chamber, a design choice by USA-based Bandit Lures to trigger strikes from walleye and pike in murky water. Showing minor signs of handling that reflect a 4/5 condition rating, the lure retains its original hardware. Two belly-mounted treble hooks are secured by robust split rings, ready for immediate use.