Museum Archive: Vintage Cotton Cordell Wiggle O, 1/3oz 264 fishing lure #16233

Sized at a compact 2" (5 cm), this American-made crankbait features the classic 'Clown' (264) color pattern, recognizable by its bright red head and silver-scaled flanks with yellow accents. This noise-emitting lure, cataloged under product code 16233, was engineered for versatility across both casting and trolling disciplines. Weighing 1/3 oz (10 g), the build is balanced for targeting various freshwater predators including walleye, perch, pike, and salmon. The specimen remains preserved in its original vintage retail packaging, meriting a condition rating of 5/5. Its clear diving lip is firmly set, and the original steel treble hooks remain factory-sharp. The packaging carding prominently displays the "Wiggle 'O'" branding and the "World's Liveliest Lures" tagline from the Cotton Cordell factory. Small black spotting along the lateral line provides a contrasting texture against the metallic finish.