Museum Archive: Vintage Lazy Ike, 1/8oz fishing lure #20920

Stamping “LAZY IKE” across the wooden body identifies this 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) floating lure as an authentic piece of American tackle history. Weighing 1/8 oz (3.5 g), the finish is an orange base decorated with distinct red spots along the back and sides. This specific example, product code 20920, carries a 2/5 condition rating, showing a significant surface crack and paint loss consistent with its age. Two treble hooks are attached via screw-eyes, providing the standard hardware setup for this casting and trolling model. Originating from the Kautzky Manufacturing Company, the curved profile is a hallmark of the brand. The visible wood grain where the finish has thinned highlights the traditional material used in its original fabrication.