Museum Archive: Cotton Cordell C.C. Shad, 1/8oz fishing lure #13949

Measuring 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) and weighing in at 1/8 oz (4 g), this compact crankbait is engineered for a floating buoyancy that suits both casting and trolling applications. This specimen, carrying product code 13949, remains unused in its original packaging, preserving the crisp finish of its blue back and chartreuse scaled body. The clear plastic diving lip is designed to reach depths of approximately 6 ft (1.8 m) when cast, though it can dive as deep as 13 ft (4 m) during a trolling run. Originally manufactured in the USA, the lure features a distinctive red eye and black "kill spot" behind the gill plate, intended to draw strikes from species like perch and walleye. The hardware includes two bronze-finished treble hooks, which remain in factory condition. As part of the Cotton Cordell legacy—a brand known for pioneering the first square lip and lipless crankbaits—this C.C. Shad is a testament to the company's long-standing dedication to quality materials and functional design.