Museum Archive: Vintage Matzuo Kinchou Minnow, 3/5oz Pearl fishing lure #4243

A subtle Pearl finish coats the arched body of this 3/5 oz (17.7 g) Matzuo Kinchou Minnow, reflecting light with a soft, iridescent sheen. Measuring 4 1/4" (11 cm), the lure features a distinctive flared gill plate design with peach-toned accents that mimics a distressed baitfish. This specific specimen, bearing product code 4243, is equipped with a large, clear diving lip designed to reach depths between 10 ft and 20 ft (3.0 - 6.1 m). The construction includes internal rattles that provide acoustic feedback during the retrieve. Its curved profile and triple treble hook configuration are hallmarks of Matzuo's design philosophy, aimed at increasing hook-up ratios during deep-water trolling or casting. This lure remains in 5/5 condition, showing well-preserved hardware and paint. The oversized eyes are set deep into the tinted head, adding a level of visual realism to the pearl-white body.