Museum Archive: Vintage Les Davis Bolo, 1/3oz brass/red spinning lure #22188

Stamping on the heart-shaped brass blade clearly identifies this as a genuine Les Davis Bolo, a piece of Pacific Northwest fishing history with product code 22188. Measuring 3 1/4" (8 cm) in length, the lure utilizes a faceted, dark red weighted body paired with solid brass beads for structural integrity. The front of the brass blade is decorated with a vibrant orange oval containing three black dots, a classic color scheme for this USA-made rarity. Weighing 1/3 oz (10 g), the spinner is built on a sturdy wire frame terminating in a silver-tone treble hook. A small, bright orange-pink plastic tag is attached to the hook, serving as a visual attractor often found on these vintage specimens. The condition is a solid 4/5, showing a soft, even aging on the brass and slight wear on the body paint. On the reverse side of the blade, the "Bolo" name and weight are deeply embossed into the metal. This specific design was engineered for casting into deeper runs where the weight and blade surface area could hold depth effectively.