Museum Archive: Erie Dearie Walleye Killer, 1/3oz Nickel / Red spinning lure #1953

Nickel plating on the large, stamped oval blade provides the primary flash for this American-made spinner. Weighing 1/3 oz (9g), this Erie Dearie Walleye Killer is built on a long wire frame that separates the attractor from the hook point. The specimen features a bright pink soft body and a series of vibrant orange beads, contrasting well with the metallic hardware. Identified by product code 1953, this lure comes in its original clear plastic packaging with the factory insert still intact. The card detail highlights its origin in Cortland, Ohio, and lists specific techniques for drift fishing. This particular lure is unused, showing no signs of wear on the wire or the soft plastic component. The manufacturer's stamp is clearly legible on the blade face, signifying its place in the legacy of Great Lakes angling gear.