Museum Archive: Vintage Leland's Lures Trout Magnet Crank, 3/32oz Southern Belle fishing lure #23559

Southern Belle serves as a striking color pattern on this 2 1/2" (6.5 cm) floating minnow, featuring a textured scale finish that transitions from a dark back to a bright yellow lateral line and a clean white belly. Cataloged under product code 23559, this specific Leland's Lures Trout Magnet Crank specimen weighs 3/32 oz (3 g) and is designed to reach a shallow depth of 2.6 ft (0.8 m). The subtle red accent beneath the clear bill provides a visual trigger intended for target species like perch and pike. Developed from the original 1997 concepts of founders Jeff Smith and Todd Gainer, this piece reflects the brand's transition from a localized fishing secret to a specialized tool for trout and panfish enthusiasts. The hardware is in excellent shape, with two sharp treble hooks secured by split rings, contributing to a condition rating of 5/5. Optimized for casting and twitching techniques, the small profile accurately mimics natural forage while maintaining its floating properties on the pause.