Museum Archive: Vintage Norman DD14, 1/2oz Tiger fishing lure #21885

Finished in a muted Tiger pattern featuring dark vertical bars over a gold-to-brown gradient, this US-made deep diver showcases the robust construction synonymous with Norman's production history. Weighing 1/2 oz (14 g) and measuring 2 3/4" (7 cm) in length, the DD14 is engineered to reach depths of 12 ft – 14 ft (3.6 m – 4.2 m). The large, clear diving lip is the defining feature of this specimen, Product Code 21885, and is secured firmly into the body for deep-water casting or trolling. The hardware remains in top-tier condition, with two bronze-finished treble hooks showing no signs of use, earning this piece a 5/5 rating. A single yellow-ringed eye provides a focal point against the darker upper portion of the lure. Tiger patterns of this nature excel in stained water where the contrast of the bars can break up the profile against the depths.