Museum Archive: Luhr Jensen Brush Baby, 2/5oz Tennessee Shad fishing lure #17004

Featuring the Tennessee Shad pattern, this crankbait reflects a classic color scheme used for targeting bass in varied water conditions. Weighing 2/5 oz (12 g) with a length of 2 1/4" (6 cm), this Luhr Jensen Brush Baby is engineered for deep-water performance. The specialized lip design allows for rapid descent, reaching depths of 12 ft (3.6 m) when cast and up to 21 ft (6.5 m) while trolling. A distinct characteristic of this model is the integrated "Brush Cams" located on both the body and the diving lip, intended to assist the lure in navigating heavy cover. Identified by product code 17004, the specimen is presented in its original "Touch 'N Go" green card packaging. This lure is unused, housed in the original blister pack which displays the Hood River, Oregon manufacturing origin. The clear, elongated diving lip is significantly larger than the body to facilitate its steep dive angle.