Museum Archive: Mepps Black Fury 3 Dressed, 1/4oz Black / Yellow spinning lure #8677

A weight of 1/4oz (7.3g) gives this size #3 spinner enough heft for accurate casting toward structure. The black-painted blade is accented with six vibrant yellow dots, a signature pattern of the Black Fury series designed for high visibility in varying light conditions. This specimen, assigned product code 8677, is an unused item in its original vintage packaging (condition rating: 6). According to the technical specifications on the backing card, the blade is engineered to spin at a 45-degree angle relative to the shaft during retrieval. The lure features a hand-tied yellow feather dressing on the treble hook, providing a larger profile without adding significant weight. A single red bead serves as a focal point between the brass-weighted body and the feathered tail. The packaging reflects its manufacturing history at Sheldons' Inc. in Antigo, WI, measuring a total length of 2 1/4" (6cm).