Museum Archive: Vintage Bayou Boogie Whopper Stopper, 3/4oz Barfish fishing lure #20854

Weighing in at 3/4oz (21g), this specimen features the heavy-bodied profile characteristic of vintage lipless designs. The Barfish finish is composed of a fine scale pattern on the grey back that transitions into a white belly, contrasted by bold black horizontal stripes along the flank. Measuring 3 1/4" (8 cm) in length, the lure is equipped with a top-mounted line tie and two original treble hooks. This American-made rarity carries the product code 20854 and represents a significant era of Whopper Stopper production in the USA. The lure is preserved in 5/5 condition, exhibiting a clean, bright exterior and well-maintained hardware.