Museum Archive: Vintage Luhr Jensen Kwikfish K11, 1/4oz fishing lure #11574

Yellow and red tones dominate the finish of this Luhr Jensen classic. Weighing 1/4 oz (8 g) and measuring 3 1/4" (8 cm), this specimen features the iconic curved body of the Kwikfish K11, product code 11574. The exterior finish remains in exceptional shape, earning a 5/5 condition rating with clean surfaces and crisp lettering. The paint scheme consists of a vibrant red back accented by a bold black stripe that transitions into a dark tail section, layered over bright yellow sides. Engineered as a floating lure, it is designed to dive between 4 ft (1.2 m) and 6.5 ft (2 m) during a cast, though it can reach depths of 10 ft (3 m) when trolled. Rigged with two sturdy treble hooks and a factory-installed line clip at the nose, this model is a staple for targeting salmon, steelhead, trout, and pike. The name Kwikfish is stamped clearly on the upper back, a hallmark of the manufacturer's long-standing production history.