Museum Archive: Vintage Luhr Jensen Krocodile Die #3, 1/3oz Yellow / Red / Brass fishing spoon #10410

Stamped clearly into the brass back of this specimen are the words 'KROCODILE DIE # 3,' identifying it as a classic piece of hardware from Luhr Jensen's Hood River, Oregon factory. Weighing in at 1/3 oz (10 g), the metal body provides the necessary heft for long-distance casting while maintaining a slim, aerodynamic profile. The front face features a vibrant gradient transitioning from yellow at the head to a deep red at the tail, overlaid with a detailed black scale pattern and a stylized fish eye. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm), the lure's construction includes heavy-duty split rings connecting a sharp treble hook and a front barrel swivel. This model, identified by product code 10410, remains in 5/5 condition with a clean, lustrous brass finish on the reverse. The stamped 'Die #3' designation refers to the specific tooling used to create the spoon's curvature, which is designed to produce a wobbling motion that mimics injured baitfish during casting or trolling. The reverse side also features the original brand location stamp, signifying its origin in the Pacific Northwest.