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Oster's Model No. 400 Tuffe Minnow, Green Shad Color w/Box

$44.99
Best for
This is a small surface minnow-style lure meant to be worked on top or just under the film...
Species
pike-musky, bass, walleye
Technique
casting, trolling
Water column
surface
Depth
0-1 ft
Season
Summer
Conditions
clear water, low light, open water
Not ideal for
Small size limits appeal for larger pike and musky

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Description

Oster's Model No. 400 Tuffe Minnow, Green Shad Color w/Box. Lure body is about 2 1/8" long. Lure is still new on card and tied to. Box is in good condition as well with only some minor wear. Fish or collect, see photos. A tougher misc lure you just don't find with the box very often.

Specifications

Category

Pike & Musky Topwater

Weight

0.25 oz (7 g)

Length

2.125 in (54 mm)

Sink Rate

floating

Target Species

pike-musky, bass, walleye

Techniques

casting, trolling

Water Column

surface

Running Depth

0-1 ft

Action

subtle wobble

Conditions

clear water, low light, open water

Field Notes

This is a small surface minnow-style lure meant to be worked on top or just under the film with steady retrieves and occasional pauses. It fits best around calm water, low-light periods, or when fish are feeding shallow and keying on small baitfish. The box and carded condition also make it a collector piece, but it can still be fished as a light topwater bait.

Pros

  • Classic minnow profile that imitates small baitfish
  • Light 1/4 oz size casts and fishes easily
  • New old stock with box adds collector value

Cons

  • Small size limits appeal for larger pike and musky
  • Likely best in shallow water only
  • Vintage hardware may be less durable than modern lures

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