Museum Archive: Vintage Cotton Cordell Ratt'l Spot Minnow​, heavy oz fishing lure #17874

A classic red-and-white color scheme defines the finish of this lipless sinking minnow, which carries a substantial weight of 121 g (4.27 oz). Measuring 3 1/4" (8 cm) in length, this Cotton Cordell Ratt'l Spot Minnow, identified by Product Code 17874, features a cream-toned body accented by a distinct black spot near the tail and a vibrant red head section. The yellow eyes with black pupils provide a high-contrast visual point at the front. Built as a sinking rattle bait, it operates at variable depths, allowing for coverage of various water levels when targeting species such as pike, zander, trout, and salmon. This USA-crafted specimen is in 5/5 condition, with the paint and hardware appearing very clean. The design is intended for casting and trolling techniques, using its internal noise and weight to hold depth.