Museum Archive: Vintage Marathon 3, 1/3oz Gold spinning lure #5564

Gold plating on the stamped blade reflects light effectively on this Wisconsin-made classic from the Marathon Bait Company. Weighing in at 1/3oz (10g), the Marathon 3 features a distinctive coiled-wire body that provides weight and structure to its 4" (10cm) frame. Carrying Product Code 5564, the lure represents the manufacturing legacy of a brand that outfitted anglers from 1929 through 1979. The single hook is dressed with a combination of natural brown and bright pink feathers to create a larger visual profile. Every component, from the brass weight to the wire shaft, is in 5/5 condition, showing a clean and well-kept finish. The oval blade is clearly stamped with the model name, a detail often sought after by collectors of mid-century American spinners.