Museum Archive: Vintage Cotton Cordell Bait Bonanza , 1/3oz fishing lure #9585

Weighing in at 1/3 oz (9 g), this sinking lipless lure is designed for effective presentation across variable depths depending on the retrieve. Cotton Cordell produced the Bait Bonanza, designated by Product Code 9585, as a versatile tool for both casting and trolling applications. The 2 1/4" (6 cm) body features a bold red finish decorated with a detailed black crawfish pattern, showcasing intricate linework that replicates the anatomy of a crustacean's shell and legs. This American-made specimen is in 5/5 condition, with the paint and hardware remaining in excellent state. Target species for this profile include perch, pikeperch, trout, and salmon. The line tie is positioned on the dorsal ridge, a classic configuration for lipless designs intended to maintain a stable orientation during various retrieval speeds.