Museum Archive: Vintage Cotton Cordell Gay Blade, 2/5oz Red / White fishing spoon #5253

Sporting a classic Red/White color scheme with a signature yellow and black eye, this USA-made blade lure demonstrates the clever engineering Cotton Cordell is known for. Measuring 2" (5 cm) and weighing 2/5 oz (12.5 g), the Gay Blade, product code 5253, utilizes a flat forehead plane to create a distinct presence in the water. The dual-hole mounting system on the spine offers versatility; the front hole minimizes water resistance for higher speeds, while the rear hole increases the pull. This particular specimen is in 4/5 condition, showing the gentle character expected of a vintage piece. Its metallic body features a prominent dark weight insert near the center, while the hardware consists of two original-style treble hooks attached by split rings to the belly and tail.