Museum Archive: Vintage Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap UV, 1/2oz fishing spoon #17221

Glowing with an intense green hue under UV light, this specimen features a high-visibility finish designed for low-clarity water. Bill Lewis developed the Rat-L-Trap to be heard as much as seen, and this 3" (7.5 cm) version houses signature internal rattles meant to telegraph through the water column. The aesthetic is defined by a lime-green scale pattern on the back that blends into a bright yellow flank, finished off with a sharp orange belly. A notable black spot behind the head and a blue-centered eye provide classic strike points for pursuing predators. Rated at 5/5, the condition is excellent, showing a clean body and bright hardware. Weighing 1/2 oz (14 g), it provides the necessary heft for long casts or for vertical jigging over deep structure during the colder months. This specific model, identified by product code 17221, represents a functional evolution of a classic American lipless design. The hardware consists of two sharp treble hooks secured by sturdy split rings.