Museum Archive: Vintage Bill Norman Rip N Ric Jerk , 2/3oz White / Orange / Green fishing lure #9161

Shimmering cream-colored glitter covers the flanks of this 1994 Norman release, topped with a bold green back and an orange-washed belly. Identified by product code 9161, the Rip N Ric Jerk features a notable black plug on its belly, which allows for adding water to adjust its sinking properties. This specimen measures 4 3/4" (12 cm) and weighs 2/3oz (19 g) in its dry state. Produced in the USA, the plastic construction is rated at 5/5 condition, maintaining the clarity of its red-and-black eyes and the integrity of its three treble hooks. It stands as a specialized rarity from the mid-nineties, designed for casting and weighted for specific depths by manipulating its internal water levels.