Museum Archive: Vintage Luhr Jensen Krocodile #4, 1/2oz Fire Tiger fishing spoon #13703

Weighing in at 1/2 oz (14 g), the Krocodile #4 is a staple for those needing to reach staging fish at significant distances. Measuring 2 1/2" (6.5 cm), this specimen features the iconic Fire Tiger pattern, characterized by dark vertical bars layered over a bright orange-to-green gradient. A key feature of this specific model, Product Code 13703, is its glow-in-the-dark capability, which reveals a vibrant green luminescence to trigger strikes in low-light or turbid environments. The construction is classic Luhr Jensen, utilizing a thicker, narrower spoon profile that provides a steady wobble during both casting and trolling retrieves. Mounted at the rear is a sharp treble hook accompanied by the signature red attractor flipper, adding a small visual flash to the tail end. This American-made lure remains in excellent condition, rated at 5/5. It is particularly valued by jetty anglers for its ability to cut through wind and reach deep-water predators.