Museum Archive: Vintage Storm Hot'N'Tot Thin Fin, 2/5oz Silver / Fluorescent Green UV Glow in UV light, Fluorescent fishing lure #4164

Fluorescent green highlights the back of this vintage lure, which glows with a striking UV-reactive intensity under specific lighting conditions. This original Storm Hot'N'Tot Thin Fin, carrying product code 4164, is a classic example of American tackle craft from the pre-Rapala era. Measuring 2 3/4" (7 cm) and weighing 2/5 oz (12 g), the floating body is finished in a bright silver chrome that contrasts against the neon top. Its defining feature is the wide metal diving lip, which enables it to reach depths between 5 and 13 ft (1.5 - 4 m) while maintaining stability in heavy current or during a fast troll. Intended for perch, zander, and pike, the lure is designed for a searching side-to-side swimming motion. The hardware includes two sharp treble hooks and the original line-tie snap attached directly to the metal lip. Rated at a 4/5 condition, the specimen shows very light evidence of its age, with the silver finish remaining reflective and the UV paint vibrant. This USA-made model is a staple for those who appreciate the durability and specific buoyancy of early Storm production runs.