Museum Archive: Vintage Grapentin Specialties ​Fish Stalker , 1/2oz fishing lure #13825

Three prominent black spots spaced along its flanks define the visual profile of this Grapentin Specialties lure. Weighing in at 1/2 oz (14 g), the body length of 4 3/4" (12 cm) presents a substantial minnow profile, finished in a classic pattern with a red-pink head, green back, and a golden underbelly. This Fish Stalker, cataloged under product code 13825, remains in 5/5 condition with clear yellow eyes and sharp hardware. Anglers originally utilized this model for its versatility, finding it effective for walleye during night bites or as a twitching bait for bass. When casting, the lure reaches depths of 2'-4' (0.6-1.2 m), but it can be taken down to 4'-8' (1.2-2.4 m) while trolling for spring salmon. Its construction is particularly suited for shore fishing in rivers, where it can be used with a 6-12' (1.8-3.6 m) lead on a three-way rig. The diving lip is designed to mimic the appearance of a spring smelt or minnow when slow-trolled.