Museum Archive: Vintage Luhr Jensen Krocodile Die #5, 3/4oz Nickel / Green fishing spoon #10472

Tipping the scales at 3/4 oz (21 g), this specific casting spoon features a vibrant green prism tape overlay with a checkerboard pattern on its front face. This Luhr Jensen Krocodile Die #5, identified by product code 10472, measures 3 1/4" (8.5 cm) in length and represents the classic narrow-waisted design from the brand's Hood River, Oregon manufacturing era. The back of the spoon is polished nickel and carries a deep, crisp stamp detailing the brand and its Oregon origin. Hardware includes a single stout treble hook attached via a split ring at the rear, with a matched split ring at the nose for line connection. In its 5/5 condition, the nickel surfaces exhibit a bright, clean luster and the adhesive prism tape remains firmly seated without lifting at the edges. This weight and profile are typically utilized by anglers looking to reach deeper water columns or gain extra distance when casting into the wind. The Die #5 sizing makes it a substantial choice for targeting larger trout, salmon, or various saltwater species.