Museum Archive: Vintage Bandit Mistake Series Crank 300, 2/5oz fishing lure #11855

Gold-flecked paint transitions into a dark, speckled back on this 2/5 oz (12 g) Bandit Mistake Series Crank 300, a color pattern designed to present varying visual triggers depending on light penetration. Measuring 2" (5 cm) in length, this USA-made specimen is in 5/5 condition, with both the high-gloss finish and the original treble hooks remaining in excellent shape. It features a broad, clear diving lip optimized to reach depths of 4-11 ft (1.2 - 3.3 m) during casting or trolling. An internal rattle provides a distinct auditory signature to help predators like zander, pike, and perch track the lure through the water column. The signature red-rimmed eyes provide a sharp strike point against the warm gold and orange tones of the body. Listed under product code 11855, this floating crankbait is built for efficiency when navigating deep structure and fluctuating currents.