Museum Archive: Vintage Blue Fox Super Vibrax 0, 1/8oz Brass spinning lure #13178

Stamped directly onto the brass blade, the original Blue Fox logo and "Super Vibrax" branding mark this as a classic size 0 spinner. Weighing in at 1/8 oz (3.4 g), this compact specimen measures exactly 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) from the top eyelet to the bend of the treble hook. The aged brass finish across the teardrop-shaped body and the oval blade reflects its authentic vintage nature, holding a steady 4/5 condition rating. Flipping the blade reveals its heritage with a "MADE IN FINLAND" engraving alongside US Patent 4163338, a nod to the design's specific anti-line-twist construction. The bell-shaped body is engineered to house an internal gear that creates low-frequency sound when the outer bell strikes it during the retrieve. This particular piece, identified by product code 13178, features the iconic brass finish that has long been a staple for targeting trout and panfish in clear water. The hardware remains robust, with the original treble hook showing a dark finish and remaining firmly attached to the wire shaft. These older Finnish-made models are particularly prized by collectors for the specific resonance of the brass bell and the precision of the assembly.