Museum Archive: Vintage Other Gudebrod Golden Eye Maverick, 1/2oz yellow fishing lure #21070

Scaling in at 1/2 oz (14 g), the distinctive profile of this Gudebrod Golden Eye Maverick marks it as a desirable piece of American angling history. The body features a bright yellow topside that transitions into a soft cream-colored belly, complemented by stylized red gill slashes and a solitary red spot toward the tail. At 4" (10 cm) in length, this rarity showcases the brand's famous oversized 'Golden Eye' with its bright orange iris and bold black pupil. A clear, integrated plastic lip is fitted for casting applications, paired with a two-treble hook configuration that remains sturdy. Carrying the product code 21070, the specimen shows a well-maintained finish with minor evidence of handling, resulting in a condition rating of 4/5. Every aspect of its construction points to the utility-focused design characteristic of Gudebrod’s USA production.