Museum Archive: Vintage Other Felmlee Weedless Floating Frog, 2/5oz Frog fishing lure #17796

Vividly patterned leopard spots on a golden-brown body immediately distinguish this vintage topwater bait. Weighing 2/5oz (12g) and measuring 2 3/4" (7cm), the Felmlee Weedless Floating Frog is a classic example of American lure craftsmanship. This specific specimen, cataloged as product code 17796, features a single upward-facing hook shielded by a resilient wire weed guard designed to navigate through heavy lily pads and vegetation. The soft, flexible limbs and protruding eyes remain in excellent shape, maintaining the lure's authentic silhouette for collectors. Its underside displays a clean, uniform gold finish, providing a high-contrast look against the dark, mottled patterns found on the back. Rated at a condition of 5/5, the plastic material remains remarkably pliable and the hardware shows no signs of wear, reflecting its careful preservation over the years.