Museum Archive: Vintage Mann's Bait Little George, 2/3oz Hammered Nickel / Yellow spinning lure #6646

Stamped directly into the nickel tail blade, the "LITTLE GEORGE" name marks this piece as a genuine Tom Mann classic from the USA. Weighing in at 2/3 oz (20 g), this heavy lead-bodied tail spinner is designed to reach the deep-dwelling fish that lighter lures simply cannot reach. The 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) body features a yellow finish with a prominent red and black eye, though time has gracefully exposed the underlying grey metal in several areas. An orange bead serves as a spacer for the rear blade, which is paired with a sturdy belly-mounted treble hook. Known for its utility in vertical jigging or long-distance casting into schooling bass, the metal construction is solid and dependable. With a condition rating of 4/5, the lure shows honest evidence of its age while remaining a significant piece of fishing history. The hammered texture on one side of the nickel blade provides a distinct visual contrast to the smooth reverse side. Identified by product code 6646, this Mann's Bait Company original remains a foundational design in the evolution of tail spinners.