Museum Archive: Vintage Heddon Tadpolly Clatter Tad, 1/3oz metallic green fishing lure #16861

Metallic green paint with an orange skeletal rib pattern marks this Heddon Tadpolly Clatter Tad as a genuine piece of American angling history. Tipping the scales at 1/3 oz (10 g) with a 3" (7.5 cm) frame, this specimen carries product code 16861 and is known for its internal rattling ball. Designed to operate in the upper water column at depths of 1.6 ft (0.5 m), the lure shows some light surface wear where the metallic base is visible, reflecting its 4/5 condition status. The hardware includes two treble hooks and a sturdy line tie integrated into the wide diving lip. Collectors will appreciate the distinct 'Clatter' designation, a feature Heddon introduced to add an auditory element to their proven Tadpolly profile.