Museum Archive: Vintage Luhr Jensen Krocodile Die #5 UV, 3/4oz Hammered Gold / Red fishing spoon #5954

Hammered gold scales across the convex surface of this 3/4 oz (23 g) casting spoon are paired with a bold, fluorescent red stripe along one edge. Identified by product code 5954, this Luhr Jensen Krocodile Die #5 UV model measures 3 1/4" (8.5 cm) and features a heavy-duty construction designed for reaching the depths where staging salmon often hold. Flipping the lure over reveals a smooth, polished gold finish stamped with the "KROCODILE" brand and the "Luhr Jensen, Hood River, Ore" mark of origin. This specific specimen maintains a condition rating of 5/5, equipped with its original barrel swivel and sharp treble hook. Because it is built with UV-reactive properties, the finish is designed to stand out in the lower light conditions found in deeper columns of water. The thick, narrow profile is characteristic of this series, producing a wobbling motion during the retrieve that mimics natural forage.