Museum Archive: Luhr Jensen Colorado Spinner, 3/64oz Nickel spinning lure #17249

Nickel-plated teardrop blades define these Luhr Jensen Colorado Spinners, which remain preserved as a pair in their original vintage carding. Sized at 4/0 and weighing just 3/64oz (1.4g), these lures are specialized for ultra-light presentations where a slower retrieve is preferred. The card lists product code 17249 (with the manufacturer's number 2103-040) and confirms their origin from the Hood River, Oregon facility. This specimen is in unused condition, rated 6, with the metal components and single hooks showing no wear or oxidation. The classic Colorado blade shape is mounted on a simple wire shaft with a small bead spacer, a design that has remained largely unchanged for decades. Historical details on the packaging, including the Vancouver, B.C. distribution address and a 1988 date code, provide a clear snapshot of the brand’s late 20th-century production. The lower portion of the insert even features a small 'Made in the U.S.A.' flag graphic adjacent to the lure.