Museum Archive: Vintage Luhr Jensen Krocodile Die #4, 1/2oz Hammered Nickel / Blue fishing spoon #5579
View technical specifications and condition
| Product Code (SKU) | 5579 |
| Brand | Luhr Jensen |
| Condition: | Used — |
| Weight | 1/2 oz (14 g) |
| Length | 2 1/2" (6.5 cm) |
| Color | Hammered Nickel / Blue |
| Country of origin | USA |
Hammered nickel texture covers half of the convex side, paired with a striking blue scale-patterned tape that runs along the other half. At 1/2 oz (14g) and 2 1/2" (6.5 cm) in length, this Die #4 model is built with the density required for the heavy-duty casting and trolling often associated with Luhr Jensen’s legacy in the Pacific Northwest. The reverse face is a smooth, polished nickel, featuring the crisp "KROCODILE" and "LUHR JENSEN" stamps that signify its mid-century manufacturing roots. It comes equipped with a sturdy treble hook and a nose-mounted swivel, a design choice intended to manage line twist during high-speed retrieves or in heavy currents. This specimen, listed under product code 5579, maintains a clean finish and solid hardware, earning a 4/5 condition rating. The combination of the textured metal and reflective blue tape provides a dual-tone flash that differentiates it from standard solid-color spoons. Every component, from the stamp depth to the swivel attachment, reflects the utilitarian craftsmanship that made these spoons a staple in salmon and trout tackle boxes for decades.
This specific lure has found its new home. However, we have selected some excellent alternatives for you below.
You may also like
Fred Arbogast
Weedless Fred Arbogast 3 Hawaiian
Product Code: 4727
Used —
Weight: 3/5 oz (16 g)
$7.66
Fred Arbogast
Weedless Fred Arbogast #3 Hawaiian
Product Code: 15211
Used —
Weight: 3/5 oz (16 g)
$7.66
Strike King
Strike King KVD 1.5 Silent square bill
Product Code: 17631
Used —
Weight: 2/5 oz (12 g)
$7.18
