Museum Archive: Vintage Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap, 3/4oz RTL6 Lectric Red fishing lure #7624

Weighing in at 3/4 oz (21 g), this lipless crankbait is finished in the RTL6 Lectric Red colorway, which combines a translucent red body with dark black scale and lateral line detailing. This Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap, identified by product code 7624, measures 3 1/2" (9 cm) and represents a classic of American tackle design. A dark smoke-colored back provides a natural transition to the red sides, while internal reflective elements are visible through the transparent plastic. The 5/5 condition is evident in the clarity of the body and the integrity of the original hardware. Internally, the lure houses the signature rattling system intended to draw strikes in low-visibility or stained water through sound and vibration. Its sinking nature and weighted profile make it a preferred choice for long-distance casting or covering deep wintering holes with a vertical presentation. Every detail of the construction, from the line tie on the dorsal ridge to the dual treble hooks, speaks to its heritage as a USA-made staple of the professional bass circuit.