HEDDON NIGHT RADIANT MOONLIGHT IN BOX WITH PAPER

This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/25/2025

5” length. Without question one of the rarest and most desirable of all Heddon baits. This exact set is pictured in The Heddon Legacy on page 90 and is described as being one of only a couple with a box and papers to have ever been found. The book goes on to suggest that “Probably a dozen of these baits are known to exist.” This is believed to be a correct and complete c. 1910 kit, the bulbous head bait, with its correctly marked No. 1000 labels at both ends and its “Care & Use” insert along with the “Special Notice” insert advising fishermen to bring their lanterns with them. The bait itself shows no signs of ever having been fished. There are some areas where the paint has flaked, mostly along age lines, therefore grading about net Very Good. It has clear glass eyes and the hardware is spotless. The box is in great condition, as are the two inserts, even allowing for evidence of the paperwork having at one time been pinned at the corners. An extremely impressive, never cataloged package originating from the factory archives.

Condition: (Very Good)

Item Dimensions: 5" Length.