Museum Archive: Erie Dearie Walleye Killer, 2/5oz Nickel / Red spinning lure #2932

Nickel-plated blades and a vibrant red lead head define this classic 2/5oz (12g) weight-forward spinnerbait. Produced by the Erie Dearie Lure Co. in Cortland, Ohio, this Walleye Killer (product code 2932) represents a significant era of Great Lakes fishing. This specimen remains in unused condition, preserved within its original plastic sleeve along with the vintage paper insert. The hardware consists of a single hook integrated into a weighted body, which features a red finish accented by a small yellow eye. Historical documentation included in the packaging suggests tipping the hook with a night crawler while employing a retrieve method that involves letting the lure settle followed by alternating slow and fast turns. The address and phone number on the insert confirm its origin as a genuine USA-made piece from the company's early years.