Museum Archive: Vintage Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap, 1/2oz fishing lure #14521

Weighted at 1/2 oz (14 g), this lipless crankbait is a quintessential example of the Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap series. The body features a clean gradient that blends a deep blue upper section into a purplish mid-line and a warm gold underside. Measuring 3" (7.5 cm) in length, this specimen carries the product code 14521. A single dark spot is located behind the gold-rimmed eye, providing a classic baitfish profile. The condition is a solid 5/5, with the paint and hardware appearing exceptionally well-preserved. It is rigged with two silver-tone treble hooks and a top-mounted split ring for line attachment. This model is known for its loud internal rattling chamber, which produces a high-frequency sound during the retrieve. Since it is a sinking lure, it allows for various presentation depths depending on retrieve speed or for vertical jigging techniques in deeper wintering holes where fish might be grouped.