Museum Archive: Vintage Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap RT384, 1/2oz RT384 fishing lure #15703

Weighing in at 1/2oz (14g), the silver and bone gradient of this lipless crankbait highlights the classic American design of the Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap. This 3" (7.5cm) specimen features the RT384 color pattern, distinguished by a dark spine, fine horizontal black stripes along the flanks, and a vivid orange-red splatter effect concentrated near the chin and gill plates. Maintaining an impressive 5/5 condition, the finish remains remarkably clean, preserving the intricate detail of the dark, lifelike eyes and the prominent black shad spot. The construction includes a top-mounted line tie and original bronze-finished treble hooks. Built to sink, the design facilitates deep water coverage and is well-suited for vertical jigging techniques when fish are grouped around deep structure. The tight wobbling action is complemented by an internal rattle chamber that emits an extra-loud sound designed to trigger aggressive responses from neutral fish. This piece is indexed under product code 15703 and represents the durable craftsmanship expected from Bill Lewis lures made in the USA.