Museum Archive: Vintage Lucky Craft Flat CB D-20 Shad, 3/4oz Shad fishing lure #18430

Weighing in at 3/4oz (21g), the heft of this deep-diver ensures a stable flight for long-distance casting. The Lucky Craft Flat CB D-20 Shad, identified by product code 18430, sports a classic Shad finish characterized by a translucent, pale underbelly that transitions into a textured, blue-grey scale pattern along the spine. A soft gold wash covers the head and gill plates, complementing the dark, realistic eyes and the singular black lateral spot. This 3" (7.5cm) specimen is built with a long, transparent diving bill designed to reach depths exceeding 20ft (6.0m). The condition is a solid 5/5, with the finish and the sharp black nickel hardware appearing exceptionally clean. As a floating, noisy crankbait made in Japan, it utilizes a flat-sided body profile to displace water differently than standard rounded models. The internal rattle system provides an audible presence during deep-water retrieves along submerged ledges.