Museum Archive: Vintage Erie Dearie Walleye Killer - UV, 1/2oz Red / Nickel spinning lure #12160

Stamped with the iconic 'ERIE DEARIE' name, the nickel blade sits atop a classic weight-forward design that has been a standard in Great Lakes tackle boxes for generations. This specific specimen, cataloged under product code 12160, features a vibrant red lead body that reveals its functional depth under UV light, where the finish transitions into a bright, neon glow. At 1/2 oz (14 g), the weight is concentrated at the head, making it an excellent choice for casting long distances into the wind or maintaining depth while drifting over rocky humps. The assembly includes a pair of red accent beads situated between the wire loop and the blade clevis, all leading down to a single, sharp hook intended for rigging with a nightcrawler. Its condition is a 5/5, retaining the original factory finish and luster on the nickel plating. Manufactured in the USA, the design relies on the flash of the spinning blade and the weighted head to reach walleye holding near the bottom in casting or drifting scenarios.