Museum Archive: Vintage Kmart Kresge Red Dot, 3/32oz Nickel spinning lure #17377

Found stamped on the nickel-finished blade is the distinct 'RED DOT' marking along with the 'FOR ALL GAME FISH' designation, identifying this as an early Kresge import by Kmart. Weighing 3/32 oz (3 g) and measuring 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) in total length, this Japanese-made spinner features a classic inline design with a size 0 blade. The body consists of a grooved brass-tone weight separated from the blade clevis by a single bright orange bead, which adds a subtle point of focus. On the reverse side of the nickel blade, you will find the 'JAPAN' stamp accompanied by a small red sun logo, a hallmark of lures from this manufacturing period. The hardware includes a sharp treble hook dressed with red plastic tubing, which remains supple and intact. Assigned a condition rating of 5/5, the metal components and hardware show very little wear, making it a fine specimen for cataloging under product code 17377.