With the “Dowagiac,” an early topwater lure, James Heddon changed fishing in 1902. At its peak, Heddon had 275 employees. The factory closed in 1984. Don has been Dowagiac mayor for years.

Vintage Heddon lures are his favorite, including a Dowagiac from 1914, with the name engraved on its lip. ... Like most collectibles, unused lures in the original packaging have the most value.

Fishing lure expert Scott Jedd, who is cataloging the auction’s contents, confirmed that the Heddon frog is one of eight such lures – or baits, as they are also called – that was personally ...

HEDDON LUCKY 13 — One of the most recognizable lures in the fishing world, the original Heddon Lucky 13s were among the earliest topwater poppers. The first Lucky 13s are believed to date back ...

The finished lure lacks the painted details and some of the charm of the original River Runt, but it has something Mr. Heddon couldn’t dream of in 1933 when he introduced it — it glows in the ...

Many of the beautiful hues that lure anglers to spend millions of dollars every year are created by angler and artist Frank Scalish. He creates for PRADCO Outdoor Brands, including the popular ...