Museum Archive: Vintage Heddon Tadpolly, 1/3oz Fire Tiger fishing lure #9197
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| Product Code (SKU) | 9197 |
| Brand | Heddon |
| Condition: | Used — |
| Weight | 1/3 oz (10 g) |
| Length | 3 1/4" (8 cm) |
| Color | Fire Tiger |
| Country of origin | USA |
Reaching depths of up to 13 ft (4 m), this sinking Tadpolly is engineered with a streamlined body and integrated lip to maintain a steady path through heavy current. This particular specimen, identified by product code 9197, showcases the high-visibility Fire Tiger color scheme, consisting of a deep green back with black vertical stripes transitioning into bright yellow sides. A bold orange belly stripe runs along the underside, where the "HEDDON TADPOLLY" name is cleanly stamped. Weighing in at 1/3 oz (10 g) and measuring 3 1/4" (8 cm), the lure is equipped with two sharp treble hooks, one positioned mid-body and another at the tail. The condition of this USA-crafted lure is a 5/5, exhibiting a vibrant finish and bright hardware. Its construction is specifically tailored for deep-water techniques where stability at speed is essential.
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