Museum Archive: Vintage Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap, 1/2oz Baby Bass fishing lure #13035

Adorned with a detailed Baby Bass pattern, this vintage lipless crankbait showcases the classic realism Bill Lewis is known for. At 3" (7.5cm) and weighing 1/2oz (14g), this specimen carries the iconic flat-sided profile that houses an extra-loud rattling chamber. This particular Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap, product code 13035, features a dark, mottled lateral line over a pale green body, transitioning to an off-white belly. The small dorsal fin and prominent red eyes give it a lifelike profile designed to mimic juvenile largemouth. Its hardware consists of two sturdy silver treble hooks attached by split rings. Rated at a 4/5 condition, the lure shows only light signs of use, primarily visible as small marks near the belly and hook hangers. Built for a tight wobbling action, this sinking lure is effective for covering water quickly or being fished vertically near deep structures during colder months. It was manufactured in the USA and remains a staple for targeting bass, pike, and even saltwater species like redfish.