Museum Archive: Vintage Kautzky Lazy Ike, 1/8oz fishing lure #20544

Measuring exactly 1 3/4 inches (4.5 cm), this Kautzky Lazy Ike showcases the classic curved wooden profile that became a staple in American tackle boxes. Carved from wood with a weight of 1/8 oz (3.5 g), the body features a dark green honeycomb scale pattern over a cream-colored belly. The hardware includes two treble hooks attached via screw-eyes, which was the standard assembly for these mid-century American-made lures (Product Code: 20544). With a condition rating of 4/5, the finish displays character through light wear on the nose and along the top ridge, revealing the natural wood grain beneath. A distinct touch of red paint remains on the tail section, a common visual attractor used by Kautzky during this era. The stamped name is partially visible on the underside, grounding this specimen in its historical USA manufacturing roots.