Museum Archive: Vintage Blue Fox Super Vibrax 4, 3/8oz Brass / Orange spinning lure #1617

A stamped number "4" on the brass blade immediately marks this specimen as a versatile choice for larger stream trout or bass. Weighing in at 3/8 oz (10.5 g), this Blue Fox Super Vibrax 4 features a vibrant fluorescent orange bell body paired with a polished brass blade. The oval blade is clearly embossed with the brand's signature fox head logo and the "Super Vibrax" text. Measuring 2 3/4" (7 cm) in total length, this lure carries the product code 1617 and represents a classic of Finnish design. The two-part body construction, featuring a machined brass gear inside the bell, is a technical hallmark intended to minimize line twist during retrieval. This specific piece is in excellent condition, rated 5/5, showing a clean finish on the metal components and the original treble hook. The orange paint on the bell remains bright, providing high visibility in stained water conditions. Unlike many modern equivalents, the older Finnish-made versions are prized by collectors for their precise tolerances and heavy-duty feel. The wire frame is straight, and the clevis allows the blade to rotate freely around the central axis.