Museum Archive: Vintage Luhr Jensen ​Lil' Kroc (Krocodile Stubby), 3/4oz Nickel / Blue fishing spoon #15988

A striking blue finish covers half of the nickel-plated surface on this vintage Luhr Jensen spoon. Weighing in at 3/4oz (21g) with a length of 2 1/2" (6.5cm), the Lil' Kroc—often called the Krocodile Stubby—is a rarer find for collectors of Pacific Northwest tackle. The reverse side bears the crisp, deep stamps of the Krocodile and Stubby brand names, alongside the 3/4 oz weight marking. Cataloged under product code 15988, this USA-made specimen retains its bold color contrast and high-polish nickel shine. The hardware features a split ring connected to a treble hook that shows its age naturally. Rated at a 4/5 condition, it exhibits the honest character expected of a vintage tool while remaining a solid candidate for a species-specific display. Its wider body profile was a deliberate design choice by Luhr Jensen to differentiate it from the standard, slimmer Krocodile silhouettes used for casting and trolling in both fresh and saltwater environments.