Museum Archive: Vintage Cotton Cordell Big O, 2/3oz fishing lure #14928

A weight of 2/3 oz (19 g) provides the necessary ballast for this 3" (7.5 cm) square-bill to target depths of 4 ft (1.2 m) to 8 ft (2.4 m). Clad in a vibrant yellow paint scheme, the lure features a bold black back and a single red gill mark that contrasts sharply against the head. One notable feature is the black spot positioned on the upper flank, a hallmark design for the Cotton Cordell Big O lineage. The Cordell brand name is embossed directly into the underside of the yellow plastic body, confirming its USA origin. This specific specimen, bearing product code 14928, is a floating, rattling model. Its vintage yellow eyes and original hardware show some signs of a life spent on the water, earning it a condition rating of 3/5. Designed for both casting and trolling, the lure’s internal rattle makes it a functional tool for pursuing pike, perch, and asp. The square diving lip and sturdy body construction reflect the classic American engineering of its era.