Museum Archive: Luhr Jensen Krocodile Die #3, 1/3oz Rainbow Trout / Nickel fishing spoon #2073

Nickel plating provides the foundational flash for this Rainbow Trout pattern, creating a high-contrast presentation for salmon or trout. This Luhr Jensen Krocodile Die #3 measures 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) in length and carries a weight of 1/3 oz (10 g), a profile optimized for both distance casting and controlled trolling. Identified by product code 2073, the spoon features a gradient of pink and silver hues with distinct black spots, accurately mimicking a juvenile trout. The specimen is unused and remains in its original vintage blister pack from the Luhr Jensen & Sons factory in Hood River, Oregon. Heavy-gauge metal construction supports a distinct wobble during retrieval, ensuring the lure maintains its presence even when targeting powerful game fish. Hardware includes a durable split ring and a sharp treble hook, hallmarks of the brand's reliability. The card includes the classic 'Made in USA' designation, marking it as a piece of American angling history.