Museum Archive: Vintage Luhr Jensen Rattlesnake, 2/5oz nickel/red fishing spoon #22274

Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) in length, this casting spoon from Luhr Jensen's Oregon heritage features a distinct red holographic finish. The nickel/red color scheme is executed with a diamond-patterned red foil overlay on the convex face, while the reverse side maintains a clean, polished nickel surface. Identified by product code 22274, the Rattlesnake's signature characteristic is the pair of small silver flipper blades mounted via split rings near the tail, which provide secondary points of light reflection near the hook. Weighing in at 2/5 oz (12 g), the build utilizes sturdy hardware including a treble hook with a bronze-tone shank. Rated at a 4/5, the lure displays gentle signs of use through minor surface scuffs on the red scale pattern, though the underlying metal plating remains bright and reflective. This USA-made specimen showcases a classic design where additional mechanical components are used to increase the overall visual profile of the lure.