Museum Archive: Montauk Mike's Gokai, 1/2oz Blue / Red fishing lure #5552

Sporting a vibrant fluorescent red and blue finish, this specimen is a classic example of East Coast lure design from Montauk Mike's Lure Co. out of Red Bank, New Jersey. This specific Montauk Mike's Gokai, carrying product code 5552, is a hybrid design featuring a hard body paired with a soft, changeable silicone tail. Weighing in at 1/2oz (14g) and measuring 2" (5cm) in length, the lure is built for versatility, specifically engineered to reach depths of 4-8ft (1.2-2.5m). The color scheme is particularly striking, combining a fluorescent red head and tail with a blue-scaled midsection that transitions to a light underbelly. Collectors will appreciate that the materials are designed to glow under UV light, enhancing visibility in deeper or stained water. Inside the original packaging, a spare tail is visible beneath the clear diving lip. This example remains unused and sits in its original retail blister pack, with the manufacturer's contact details and the New Jersey address clearly printed on the reverse. The hardware includes a belly treble hook positioned to balance the transition between the hard body and the soft tail.