Museum Archive: Erie Dearie Walleye Killer, 3/5oz spinning lure #2235

Chartreuse highlights define the aesthetic of this vintage 3/5 oz (16g) spinnerbait from Erie Dearie. The weight-forward body is finished in a bright green, leading to a silver-toned blade and two high-visibility orange beads that sit just above the long-shank gold hook. An overhead wire arm supports a secondary chartreuse teardrop blade, creating a layered profile intended for drifting or trolling. Labeled as product code 2235, this specimen arrives in unused condition and includes the original informational paper tag from the Erie Dearie Lure Co. out of Cortland, Ohio. Instructions on the tag suggest tipping the hook with a nightcrawler, a staple technique for Great Lakes walleye anglers. The Made in USA construction highlights the straightforward, durable hardware that established the brand's reputation among Midwestern anglers.