Museum Archive: Vintage Norman Deep Baby N, 1/4oz fishing lure #21271

A lustrous gold coating defines the upper profile of this 1/4oz (7g) Norman Deep Baby N, which gives way to a bold orange underbelly for enhanced visibility. Spanning 2" (5cm) in length, this fast-diving crankbait is built to target depths between 6 - 8 ft (1.8 - 2.4 m). Collectors will recognize the classic black dot on the flank, a hallmark design intended to mimic a prey fish's eye or gill plate. This USA-manufactured noisy lure, identifiable by product code 21271, is rigged with two silver-tone treble hooks. Surface inspection reveals light scuffing on the tail and near the belly hook hanger, resulting in a solid 4/5 condition rating. A translucent plastic lip is fixed at an angle to facilitate its rapid descent during casting or trolling.