HEDDON 150 DOWAGIAC MINNOW SPECIAL BLUE CRACKLEBACK 4” long. Not only is this stunning bait in a class by itself in terms of its nearly flawless condition, but it also has the distinction of being the only true Blue Crackleback 150 Dowagiac Minnow currently known in any collection. Prior to its inclusion here, this pristine and unique specimen resided in another mature Pennsylvania collection for many years. The nickel-plated hardware is spotless, and has taken on that pleasing, soft silver sheen present on only the most well-cared-for baits. Its finish is still clean and glossy, with 3 sets of perfectly executed hand-painted gill marks. Both amber glass eyes are clear and solid, and its belly weight is still completely hidden beneath the paint. This magnificent piece is without question elite among its peers and it is one of the most desirable and prestigious gems in the collection. Item Dimensions: 4" long. Item Dimensions:

HEDDON 150 DOWAGIAC MINNOW SPECIAL BLUE CRACKLEBACK

MUSKY CHARMER GREY HEAD RED TAIL 5” Charmers are super rare – and here’s a nice example of one with a solid grey head and solid red tail. Condition is Good Plus with clear glass eyes and nice, original nickel-plated bowtie props. One of a very small population produced by The Charmer Minnow Co. of Springfield, Missouri around 1910. Condition: (Good+) Item Dimensions: 5" Length. Condition:, Item Dimensions:

MUSKY CHARMER GREY HEAD RED TAIL

CIRCA 1904 BOXED HEDDON MINNOW IN WHITE 3 - 5/8” length. According to Lyons’ book, the 150 Dowagiac Minnow was introduced in 1904 in just one catalogued color, Fancy Back, making this All-White example a special order. It is in stunning condition, and it may never have even seen water. The all-brass hardware is very clean, including the unstamped props and original hooks. Both white iris glass eyes are flawless and all the belly weights are still under paint. The 120-year-old paint still looks factory fresh and it confidently grades solid Excellent. This great bait lives in this correct-era, Type II wooden slide-top box. It is marked with “NEW”, has the thumb notch, and appears to have the thicker wooden panels. It is unmarked for model or color on the ends, and the lid, although somewhat darkened, is still completely readable. The box grades Excellent Minus, and along with the lure, makes one of the finest early 150 combos in existence. Item Dimensions: 3 - 5/8" length. Item Dimensions:

CIRCA 1904 BOXED HEDDON MINNOW IN WHITE

THE SMITH MINNOW FROM THE HEDDON FACTORY BOARD 3 - 1/4” length. Charles H. Smith operated the LaGrange Bait Co. in Indiana and was making these baits around 1905. This exact minnow belonged to Will Heddon, who handmade his own version based on this one. This Minnow can clearly be seen in photos of the factory board and it is featured in The Heddon Legacy on page 177. This important bait features blemish-free milky glass eyes, brass screw eyes, un-plated hooks, and an ingenious mechanical tail. Two belly weights and with some wear from use, this bait grades Very Good Plus. Condition: (Very Good+) Item Dimensions: 3 - 1/4" length. Condition:, Item Dimensions: