Museum Archive: Vintage Bomber Fat A B06F, 1/2oz fishing lure #16642

Chrome plating gives this specimen a mirror-like finish, accented by a distinctive red gill slash and bold red eyes. Cataloged under product code 16642, the Bomber Fat A B06F is a substantial 1/2 oz (14 g) crankbait designed to reach depths of 8–10 ft (2.4–3.0 m). Its compact body measures 2 1/4" (5.7 cm), a size historically favored by anglers for drawing strikes from quality perch and chub. The floating design facilitates precision casting, while the elongated diving lip provides the necessary leverage to hit deeper structure. Looking at the hardware, the original trebles remain sharp and the reflective surface is remarkably clean, earning this USA-made lure a condition rating of 5/5.