Museum Archive: Vintage Bomber Water Dog, 1/2oz Black fishing lure #0878

Weighing 1/2 oz (14 g), the balsa wood body of this lure is carved into a segmented profile that captures the look of an aquatic salamander. This specific Bomber Water Dog, identified by Product Code 0878, is finished in a deep Black coat that provides a strong silhouette. The head section features two prominent orange eyes, rendered as bright circles with dark centers. An oversized black diving lip is positioned at the front for casting and trolling, while a small, teardrop-shaped metal blade is attached to the rear to provide a bit of metallic flash. Measuring 3 1/4" (8 cm), the lure is rigged with two treble hooks held by standard screw-eye hardware. Its condition is rated a 4/5, showing only slight evidence of handling while maintaining its original luster.