Museum Archive: Vintage Kmart Kresge popper, 1/4oz fishing lure #21952

A classic bone-colored finish with distinct black vertical ribs characterizes this vintage surface plug. The off-white body is accented by a vibrant red cupped face and yellow eyes with large black pupils, while a subtle silver scale pattern runs along the lower sides and belly for added texture. Weighing 1/4 oz (7 g) and measuring 2" (5 cm) in length, this model is designed for surface casting when targeting species like perch or pike. The hardware consists of two treble hooks—one belly-mounted and one trailing—secured by standard eyelets. This Kresge popper, carrying product code 21952, remains in 5/5 condition with the paint and metal components showing almost no signs of age. It was manufactured in Japan for Kmart, reflecting a period of high-quality export tackle tailored for light-tackle surface fishing.