Museum Archive: Vintage Producers Crawdad, 1/4oz fishing spoon #7956

Measuring 2" (5 cm) in length, this compact crankbait reflects the realistic anatomical trends of its era. Producers designed this 1/4 oz (7 g) specimen, identified as product code 7956, with a textured green shell and a deep brownish-red underside to mimic a fleeing crayfish. The clear, wide plastic lip is fixed to reach depths of 5 ft (1.5 m) to 6.5 ft (2.0 m) during a steady retrieve. A look at the belly reveals the brand and model name stamped directly into the finish, a common trait for these vintage lures. This floating lure features its original hardware, including two belly-rigged treble hooks and a line-tie eyelet. The exterior shows soft signs of previous fishing use, with light surface marks on the finish and hooks, earning a 3.5/5 condition rating. It was originally engineered for both casting and trolling setups targeting species like perch, zander, and pike.