Museum Archive: Vintage Matzuo Kinchou Minnow, 3/5oz Blue Perch fishing lure #4253
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| Product Code (SKU) | 4253 |
| Brand | Matzuo |
| Condition: | Used — |
| Weight | 3/5 oz (17.7 g) |
| Length | 4 1/4" (11 cm) |
| Color | Blue Perch |
| Country of origin | USA |
Flared, stainless-mesh style gill plates give the 4 1/4" (11 cm) body of the Matzuo Kinchou Minnow a distinct profile that stands out in any tackle box. This specimen, assigned product code 4253, features the Blue Perch finish with a deep metallic blue back and silver-scaled sides accented by dark vertical stripes. At 3/5 oz (17.7 g), the floating lure is weighted to reach depths between 10 ft (3.0 m) and 20 ft (6.1 m) while utilizing a built-in rattle chamber for acoustic presence. The hardware consists of two sharp treble hooks and a large, clear diving lip designed for deep-water coverage. Its condition is rated at 5/5, presenting a clean surface with no signs of use on the red throat paint or the realistic molded eyes. The arched body shape, typical of this USA-made series, provides a unique silhouette for deep-trolling or casting applications.
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