Museum Archive: Vintage Heddon Magnum Tadpolly, 1/2oz fishing lure #16296

Weighing 1/2 oz (14 g), this classic sinking plug from Heddon is finished in a striking scale pattern with prominent reddish-orange spots over a silver-white body. This Heddon Magnum Tadpolly, cataloged under product code 16296, measures 2 3/4" (7 cm) and is engineered for deep-water performance with a diving capability reaching 13 ft (4 m). Its integrated wide lip is shaped specifically to maintain stability when casting or trolling in heavy currents or during fast retrieves. The finish transitions to a solid black along the back and across the top of the diving lip, accentuating the mesh texture on the sides. Two sturdy treble hooks are securely attached to the belly and tail, and the overall condition is rated 5/5. The streamlined body profile is characteristic of American-made vintage lures intended for depth and stability.