Museum Archive: Vintage Bass Pro Shops Crankbait, 1/2oz Shad fishing lure #21263

Featuring a distinctive shad color pattern, this 1/2oz (14g) sinking crankbait is built for targeting depths between 8ft and 15ft (2.5 – 4.5 m). Bass Pro Shops produced this model, identified by product code 21263, with a pearlescent white body and a subtle yellow lateral line running along its textured scale sides. The red treble hooks provide a sharp contrast against the pale underbelly, paired with matching red eyes that give it a focused appearance. Its long, clear plastic lip is engineered for casting and trolling techniques, specifically for species like pike and walleye. The hardware and finish on this specimen are in excellent condition, showing a high level of care, earning it a 5/5 rating. Looking closely at the construction, you will see the internal weight system positioned to facilitate reaching those deeper structures where predatory fish often hold.