Museum Archive: Vintage Cotton Cordell Cotton Tail, 1/8oz Silver / Yellow spinning lure #5376

Stamped clearly on the blade, the 'COTTON TAIL 2' mark identifies this classic 1/8 oz (3.4 g) spinner from Cotton Cordell. The silver-colored blade features a distinct scale-patterned texture, which provides a detailed visual contrast against the weighted brass-colored body. Measuring 2" (5 cm) in length, the lure is finished with a treble hook dressed in bright yellow feathers and tied with a clean red thread wrap. This model 5376 was manufactured in the USA, reflecting the durable hardware choices often found in Cotton Cordell's earlier production runs. The specimen is in 5/5 condition, with the metallic surfaces and blade stampings remaining sharp and well-defined. The feathered tail has retained its original vibrant color and volume, secured tightly to the hook shank. An integrated bead and clevis assembly ensures the blade is positioned for consistent rotation around the central wire shaft.