Museum Archive: Vintage Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap RT 836, 2/5oz (RT) 836 SILVERADO SPARKLE fishing lure #8480

A weight of 2/5 oz (12 g) allows this Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap to sink steadily through the water column, reaching deeper structure where fish congregate in cooler months. Featuring the (RT) 836 Silverado Sparkle finish, the lure displays a realistic silver scale pattern across its flanks, complemented by a bold black shoulder spot and a sharp orange accent on the throat. This specimen, identified by product code 8480, is in a condition rating of 5/5, showing exceptionally clean paint and shiny silver-tone treble hooks. Measuring 2 1/4" (6 cm), the compact profile is designed to mimic common forage while utilizing its signature internal rattles to create a high-frequency sound that can often be felt through the rod tip. The line tie is positioned atop the flat head, supporting both traditional casting and specialized vertical jigging techniques. The orange-rimmed eyes provide a striking contrast against the metallic scales, a classic detail for this lipless crankbait model produced by Bill Lewis.