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🎣 Rare Vintage 1930s Heddon 8550P King Basser Glass Eye Wood Lure With Box
Vintage Heddon Dowagiac King Basser No. 8550P wooden fishing lure with matching Heddon box. Lure measures approximately 5\" long and features the desirable P / Shiner Scale finish, deep-set glass eyes, red mouth, metal diving lip/plate, two treble hooks, and original-style hardware.
The box end label is clearly marked “Heddon—Dowagiac 8550P King Basser,” confirming the model as the larger 5\" King Basser in the collectible 8550P Shiner Scale pattern. The matching labeled box greatly increases collector appeal compared to a loose lure.
Details:
- Brand: Heddon / James Heddon’s Sons
- Era: 1930s / pre-war style
- Finish Code: P / Shiner Scale
- Red mouth / metal diving lip area
- Includes matching Heddon Dowagiac box
- Rare antique tackle collectible
Collector Notes:
This example appears to be a desirable late 1930s to early 1940s style Heddon King Basser based on the glass-eye wood body, 8550P model marking, Shiner Scale finish, and vintage Heddon Dowagiac box style. Exact production year is not independently confirmed; sold as shown.
Condition:
Vintage used condition with paint wear, scuffs, scratches, age staining, finish checking/crazing, hook marks, tarnish, and oxidation on hooks/hardware. Glass eyes are present. Box shows vintage wear including edge wear, fading, scuffs, paper loss, staining, and storage wear. End label remains readable. Please review all photos for exact condition.
Great collectible for fans of Heddon lures, King Basser, Dowagiac lures, 8550P, glass eye wood lures, Shiner Scale finish, antique fishing tackle, vintage bass lures, and old fishing display pieces.
Why Buy From Me ✅ Actual lure and box shown in photos
✅ Carefully packed to protect hooks, finish, and box
✅ Fast 1-day handling
✅ Honest condition notes with clear photos
✅ Rare vintage Heddon glass-eye wood lure with strong collector appeal
