Museum Archive: Vintage Heddon River Runt, 2/5oz Silver fishing lure #9607

Silver-scaled patterns like the one on this 3" (7.5 cm) specimen were a hallmark of Heddon's mid-century dominance in the tackle market. Crafted from durable "Spook" plastic, this Floating River Runt features a 2/5 oz (12 g) weight that makes it a versatile choice for casting near shoreline cover. The silver finish is accented by dark back shading and a distinct red-painted mouth area, with the overall specimen maintaining its original luster. Looking at the hardware, the metal diving lip and belly hook hangers show well-preserved surfaces, reflecting its 5/5 condition rating. The stamped lettering on the belly, identifying it as a Heddon River Runt Spook Floating, remains sharp and legible, connecting it to the legendary lineage that first appeared in 1935. This specific USA-made model carries the Product Code 9607 and retains its classic two-treble hook configuration mounted with rugged screw-eye hardware.