Museum Archive: Vintage Bass Pro Shops Bass Pro Shop XPS Floating Rattle Shad Injured Minnow, 1/2oz fishing lure #17648

Greenish scales fade into a subtle, translucent brown along the sides of this classic shad profile. Weighing in at 1/2oz (14g), the Bass Pro Shops XPS Floating Rattle Shad Injured Minnow (product code 17648) measures a versatile 3 1/4" (8.5cm). The lure features a textured cross-hatch pattern across its body, mimicking the skin of a baitfish. Notable hardware details include the distinctive gold-toned wraps on the treble hook shanks, a touch synonymous with the XPS series. Designed as a surface-running floating bait, this model is intended for casting or trolling when targeting salmon, trout, or pike. The internal rattling mechanism adds a sonic element to the presentation while the large, dark pupils and detailed gill plates provide a realistic focal point for predators like perch and walleye. Showing light signs of previous use, the lure is well-preserved and maintains a solid 4/5 rating. The line tie is positioned right at the snout, accented by a sturdy split ring for direct connection.