Museum Archive: Erie Dearie Walleye Killer, 1/3oz White / Nickel spinning lure #2275

A weight of 1/3oz (9g) characterizes this Erie Dearie Walleye Killer, a design that defined the drift-and-cast technique for Lake Erie walleye. This specimen, assigned product code 2275, is unused and still secured in its original retail packaging. The construction features a solid white lead head with a distinct red eye, connected to a wire frame carrying a nickel-finished blade. Its gold-colored hook remains bright, tucked behind the vintage insert card that still sports a $1.00 price sticker. Produced in Cortland, Ohio, this lure's White / Nickel color scheme was specifically chosen for its visibility in the stained waters where walleye often feed. Captain Dan Galbincea's influence is clear in the rugged build, meant to bounce along rocky bottoms where fish congregate. The original plastic sleeve preserves the 'Made in U.S.A.' marking and the basic fishing instructions printed on the back of the card.