Museum Archive: Vintage Whopper Stopper Bayou Boogie, 1/2oz Barfish fishing lure #21228

Weighing in at 1/2 oz (14 g), this sinking Bayou Boogie reflects a classic piece of American angling history from the Whopper Stopper line. Measuring 2 3/4" (7 cm), the lipless body is finished in a Barfish pattern, characterized by a dark grey scaled back that fades into a dotted mid-section over a cream-colored belly. This specific specimen, product code 21228, features a small red mark on the chin, a characteristic detail often found on these vintage USA-made lures. The hardware consists of two original treble hooks mounted to the belly and rear. Maintained in 4/5 condition, the paint remains well-preserved with the scale patterns clearly defined across its profile. As a sinking model, the weight and construction were engineered for anglers needing to reach deeper structures or fish effectively in varied depths.