Museum Archive: Vintage Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap Floater RT 258, 1/3oz RT 258 fishing lure #10265

Stamped clearly on the mirrored chrome flank is the word "FLOATER," identifying this specific Bill Lewis variant as a surface-oriented alternative to the standard sinking lipless design. The 3" (7.5 cm) body features the RT 258 color pattern, characterized by a brilliant silver finish, a translucent green back, and a distinct black shad spot positioned behind the eye. Vibrant red accents mark the nose and tail sections, providing a high-contrast strike point for fish tracking the lure from below. Weighing in at 1/3 oz (9.5 g), the construction includes two belly-mounted treble hooks secured by sturdy split rings. This American-made specimen is in 5/5 condition, maintaining a clean surface throughout the body and hardware. The floating buoyancy allows this lure to be retrieved slowly over shallow weed beds or timber where a standard sinking model might snag, offering a specialized presentation in the Rat-L-Trap lineup. A set of yellow eyes with black pupils completes the baitfish profile, while the product code 10265 ensures accurate cataloging for your collection.