Museum Archive: Vintage Lindy / Little Joe Lindy Little Joe Master's Series Baitfish UV, 2/5oz Yellow / Brown Tiger fishing lure #8991

Glistening under a blacklight, the UV-reactive finish of this Yellow / Brown Tiger pattern reveals the hidden visual depth designed into the Lindy Little Joe Master's Series Baitfish. Weighing 2/5 oz (12 g), this vintage American-made lure features a 3 1/4" (8 cm) body length and a long, integrated diving bill. The condition of the specimen is 5/5, showing the clear definition of the dark vertical tiger stripes against the bright yellow sides. As a staple of the 1980s Lindy Little Joe catalog, this model carries the characteristic molded scale texture along the spine and realistic red-and-black recessed eyes. Collectors will identify this specific piece by product code 8991, noting the original hardware and the split ring attached directly to the diving lip. The color scheme transitions from a deep brown back into a warm orange hue along the belly, providing a distinct profile from any angle.