Museum Archive: Vintage Kmart Kresge Shallow, 3/16oz fishing lure #20840

A 3/16 oz (5 g) weight makes this compact crankbait an ideal candidate for light-tackle casting near shoreline cover. Measuring 2 inches (5 cm) in length, the lure features a cream-colored body with a bright orange belly, a color combination designed for high visibility from beneath the surface. This Kmart Kresge Shallow, cataloged under product code 20840, remains in excellent condition with a rating of 5/5, displaying clear, unmarred yellow eyes with bold black pupils. The construction includes a transparent plastic diving lip designed for shallow-running depths and a pair of sturdy treble hooks attached with split rings. Manufactured in the USA, the bait's profile is characteristic of classic American plastic lures, featuring a smooth, rounded shape and a centered line tie at the nose.