Museum Archive: Vintage Luhr Jensen Krocodile Die #3, 1/3oz Black fishing spoon #12833

Weighing exactly 1/3 oz (10 g), this Luhr Jensen Krocodile Die #3 represents the classic thick and narrow spoon profile preferred for reaching specific depths. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) in length, the metal body features a solid black finish that provides a high-contrast silhouette in the water column. The back of the spoon is stamped with the recognizable Krocodile branding and the Hood River, Oregon, manufacturing origin of the Luhr Jensen company. This specific item, tracked under product code 12833, retains its original hardware configuration consisting of a barrel swivel and a treble hook. Collectors will find the 5/5 condition reflects a well-maintained specimen with a clean surface and legible stampings on the reverse metal side. The heavy-gauge construction of the spoon is designed to facilitate long casts and a steady sink rate. Its aerodynamic design is particularly effective when casting in windy conditions or when long-distance presentations are required to reach fish staging in deeper zones.