Museum Archive: Vintage Luhr Jensen Wood Chopper, 1/2oz Dark Red / White fishing lure #8992

Crafted in the USA, this specimen weighs in at a substantial 1/2 oz (14 g). The Luhr Jensen Wood Chopper, identified by product code 8992, features a classic torpedo-shaped wooden body measuring 3 1/4" (8 cm) in length. Its finish displays a dark red honeycomb scale pattern over a gold-toned upper half, transitioning to a cream-white underside with a distinct red throat section. Polished metal propellers are mounted at both the nose and tail, designed to churn the surface during a steady retrieve. The hardware consists of two sharp treble hooks secured by traditional screw-eye hangers, showcasing the durable construction Luhr Jensen is known for. This lure is in 5/5 condition, maintaining a high-gloss luster across its paintwork and hardware. A large painted black eye with a red outer ring serves as a high-contrast strike point on the head.