Museum Archive: Vintage Heddon River Runt Sinker, 2/5oz Perch fishing lure #3593

Displaying the iconic Perch color pattern, this 2 3/4" (7 cm) specimen carries the classic scale finish that transitions into dark vertical bars over a silver-toned body. Identified by product code 3593, this Heddon River Runt Sinker weighs in at 2/5 oz (12.5 g) and features the "HEDDON RIVER RUNT SPOOK SINKER" belly stamp clearly printed along the underside. Since its introduction in 1935, the Sinker model has been a staple for anglers needing to reach deeper structure where floating variants cannot venture. The hardware includes two treble hooks and the signature metal diving lip that helps define its sinking profile. Condition is rated 4/5, as the lure shows some light surface marks and aging on the metal hardware, while the translucent plastic and bold red eye detailing remain well-preserved.