Museum Archive: Vintage Lindy / Little Joe Lindy Shadling, 1/4oz fishing lure #16421

Measuring in at a weight of 1/4oz (7g), this Lindy Shadling is a definitive piece of 1980s angling history from the Lindy / Little Joe company. The finish on this USA-made lure features a dark, scaled back that fades into a bright yellow underbelly, complemented by a distinctive orange eye. Bearing the product code 16421, the construction highlights the transition to durable plastics in crankbait design during that era. The hardware includes two original treble hooks, and the elongated diving lip is molded directly into the body for deep-water presentations. This specimen is rated at a condition of 4/5, showing light evidence of its age while keeping the intricate scale pattern clearly visible across its flanks.