Museum Archive: Vintage Mann's Bait Mann's Tail Chaser, 2/3oz fishing lure #17405

Weighing in at 2/3 oz (18 g), the body of this surface lure features a striking red base with black vertical stripes that look almost like dripping paint. At 4" (10 cm) in length, this Mann's Bait classic, known as the Tail Chaser (Product Code 17405), showcases a distinct banana-shaped curvature designed for surface fishing. The name is stamped clearly into the midsection, a hallmark of these USA-made floating baits. Two original treble hooks are secured to the underside, prepared for pike or large perch. Bright yellow eyes with black pupils break up the red head section, providing a clear visual point. This specimen is in 4/5 condition, showing a well-preserved finish and clean hardware. The internal noise-making design is characteristic of Mann's approach to topwater attraction during this era of production.