Museum Archive: Vintage Matzuo Tournament Crank , 1/3oz Silver / Red Eyes fishing lure #9072

Measuring 3 1/4" (8 cm), this silver-bodied crankbait is built for deep-water applications where reaching a specific strike zone is critical. The 1/3 oz (10 g) weight provides the necessary ballast for efficient casting, while the oversized clear diving lip drives the lure to depths between 7.8 and 13.1 ft (2.4 m - 4 m). Identified by product code 9072, the Matzuo Tournament Crank features an internal rattling chamber that produces sound as it moves through the water column. This specific specimen presents a classic silver finish complemented by distinct red eyes, a hallmark of Matzuo's American-made production. The hardware remains strong and functional, with the overall condition rating at a well-preserved 4/5. This floating model is built to stay buoyant when paused, allowing it to back out of underwater obstructions encountered at depth.