Vintage Strike King Clarks Water Scout Wood , 1/3oz fishing lure #23095

Jelutong wood serves as the buoyant foundation for this 1/3 oz (9 g) specimen, a material choice prized by early makers for its carve-ability and stability. The gold scale finish is accented by a bold red circular mask surrounding the eyes, a classic aesthetic that defines the  Clarks Water Scout Wood. Designed as a floating shallow runner, it operates within a depth of 1-3 ft (0.3-0.9 m). The hardware configuration includes two belly-mounted treble hooks and a prominent metal diving lip secured by flat-head screws. With a compact length of 2" (5 cm), the lure carries the product code 23095. Its physical condition is rated at 4/5, exhibiting some honest surface checking in the paint and oxidation on the metal bib and hooks. This rarity highlights a specific era of tackle history where wood construction and metal diving planes were the standard for shallow-water angling.