Museum Archive: Vintage Heddon Hep 1, 1/8oz Nickel spinning lure #17111

Stamped directly into the nickel-finished blade is the classic leaping bass logo, a hallmark of Heddon's mid-century craftsmanship. This 1/8 oz (3.6 g) spinner, identified by product code 17111, features a compact 2" (5 cm) profile optimized for light-tackle casting. Its construction centers on a segmented metallic body separated from the blade by a single vibrant red bead, which adds a distinct pop of color to the otherwise monochromatic frame. The teardrop blade is clearly marked with '1 HEP' and the traditional Heddon banner, indicating its American origins. Original hardware is intact, from the top-mounted swivel to the belly-weighted body and the sharpened treble hook. Showing some light character from time spent in a tackle box, the lure maintains a clean appearance with a condition rating of 4/5.