Museum Archive: Vintage Rebel Deep Wee R, 1/3oz fishing lure #9870

Sporting a classic honeycomb scale pattern across its back, this American-made deep diver is a staple in the Rebel lineup. The Rebel Deep Wee R, identified by product code 9870, is a floating crankbait designed for both casting and trolling applications. Its elongated clear plastic lip allows it to reach depths between 7.9 ft (2.4 m) and 9.8 ft (3.0 m). Weighing in at 1/3 oz (10 g) and measuring 2" (5 cm) in length, the lure features a naturalistic shad-style color scheme with a pale belly, dark grey scales, and distinct yellow eyes with a black pupil. Small red gill accents near the front add a touch of contrast to the head area. The hardware consists of two belly-mounted treble hooks which remain sharp and clean. This specimen is in 5/5 condition, showing no signs of use or age.