Museum Archive: Vintage Luhr Jensen Luhr-Jensen Rattling Kwikfish K16, 1 1/2oz Bubba fishing lure #18036

Silver-chrome plating covers the banana-shaped body of this 5 1/2" (14 cm) diving plug, featuring the distinct Bubba pattern with its signature orange zig-zag stripes and vibrant orange accents on the nose and tail. Labeled with the product code 18036, this Luhr Jensen Rattling Kwikfish K16 is a heavy-duty tool for salmon and steelhead, weighing in at a substantial 1 1/2 oz (42 g). The wide diving lip is stamped with the K16 model designation, a size known for reaching depths of 15 to 17 feet (4.5 to 5.2 m) unassisted. The condition of this specimen is a solid 4/5, showing light surface wear and minor marks on the chrome finish consistent with careful use. The hardware consists of two large, bronzed treble hooks attached via heavy-duty split rings, reflecting the USA-made durability that has made Luhr Jensen a staple in Pacific Northwest tackle boxes. You can see the brand name KWIKFISH clearly stamped along the side of the metallic body. The screw-eye construction for the hook hangers and line tie points to the reliable manufacturing era of these classic rattling plugs, intended primarily for trolling but heavy enough for casting when targeting large pike or lake trout.