Museum Archive: Vintage Cotton Cordell Gay Blade, 1/2oz fishing #20968

Featuring two distinct line-tie holes on its dorsal ridge, this vintage metal blade bait allows for adjustable retrieve resistance depending on which hole is utilized. The 2" (5 cm) frame carries a weight of 1/2 oz (14 g), balanced by a lead-weighted head section finished with a bold yellow eye. This Cotton Cordell Gay Blade, product code 20968, showcases a classic paint scheme consisting of dark vertical bars over a gold-toned body and a bright orange belly. Manufactured in the USA, the lure remains in 4/5 condition, displaying a clean surface with minor finish wear that reflects its vintage pedigree. The hardware includes two sharp treble hooks attached via split rings to the thin metal body. Moving the line attachment closer to the head reduces water resistance, facilitating a faster retrieval style for different water conditions.