Museum Archive: Heddon Tiny Torpedo, 1/4oz Transparent fishing lure #8787

Transparent as glass, the clear plastic body of this specimen reveals the internal weighting and the simple, effective engineering behind a surface fishing staple. This Heddon Tiny Torpedo, identified by product code 8787, weighs in at 1/4oz (7g) and measures exactly 2" (5cm). Rated as condition 6, the lure remains unused and secure within its original green and yellow blister packaging. The defining characteristic is the single stainless steel rear propeller, designed to create a sputtering bubble trail when an angler uses a steady retrieve or rhythmic rod snaps. It is rigged with two sharp treble hooks and features the iconic yellow-and-black painted eye, a classic visual cue for the brand. This specific package, noting EBSCO Industries and a 2010 copyright, reflects the modern era of a company that has been a fixture in tackle boxes since 1894. Choosing a clear finish is a tactical decision for fishing in high-clarity water, as it provides surface vibration and flash without the heavy silhouette of a painted lure.