Museum Archive: Vintage Cotton Cordell Big O, 1/4oz Green / Black fishing lure #10268

Glittering silver flakes accent the yellowish-green sides of this 1/4oz (7g) crankbait, creating a classic aesthetic familiar to any collector of the Fred Young legacy. Identified by product code 10268, this 2" (5cm) model represents a legendary design that transitioned the industry from carved wood to molded plastic. The paint scheme features a high-contrast black back over a chartreuse body, complemented by a prominent black 'kill spot' and an orange-rimmed eye. In its current 5/5 condition, the finish is exceptionally clean, preserving the original sparkle and the integrity of the integrated lip. Engineered as a floating, rattling lure, it is designed to reach depths between 2 - 4ft (0.6 - 1.2m) when casting or trolling. The hardware consists of two treble hooks secured by split rings, with a sturdy metal line tie set at the nose.