Museum Archive: Heddon Tiny Torpedo, 1/4oz Mirror Silver fishing lure #8788

Mirror Silver finish coats the belly of this classic prop-bait, featuring a distinct "TINY TORPEDO" stamp visible through the vintage packaging. Weighing in at 1/4 oz (7 g) with a body length of 2" (5 cm), this Heddon specimen, product code 8788, sports a dark black back that transitions into a silver honeycomb scale pattern on the sides. A single metal propeller is secured at the rear to create surface action at 0 ft (0 m). This specimen is unused, preserved within its original green and tan blister card that shows a historical $5.95 price label. Because these aerodynamic bodies can roll during a retrieve, pairing it with a small swivel helps maintain line integrity. The prominent yellow-and-black painted eyes provide a focused target point on the forward section of the lure. Both treble hooks and the propeller hardware appear bright and ready for the water.