Museum Archive: Vintage Cotton Cordell Big O , 1/2oz Blue fishing lure #8417

A weight of 1/2 oz (14 g) gives this Cotton Cordell Big O a solid feel in the hand, characteristic of its original USA manufacturing roots. The blue-scaled back fades into a clean cream-white belly where the 'CORDELL' maker's mark is clearly stamped. Measuring 2 1/2" (6.5 cm) in length, the profile features a signature large black lateral spot and a red crescent gill mark behind yellow eyes with black pupils. This specific specimen, identified by product code 8417, is in 5/5 condition with original silver-finished treble hooks and a clear diving lip. As a noisy floating lure, it is designed for a diving depth of 4-6 ft (1.2-1.8 m), making it effective for casting or trolling for pike, perch, and asp. The construction reflects the classic fat-bodied design that has been a staple in tackle boxes for decades.