Museum Archive: Vintage Lazy Ike Natural Ike, 1/3oz Black / Red / Brown fishing lure #0357

Weighing 1/3 oz (10 g), this specific Natural Ike model carries the distinct legacy of the Kautzky Manufacturing Company, a firm that evolved from firearm production into a tackle powerhouse by 1930. Carrying product code 0357, the lure spans 2 1/2" (6.5 cm) and features a deep-diving clear plastic lip that characterizes its underwater utility. The color scheme blends a warm brownish-orange base with high-contrast black vertical bars and a dark 'kill spot' on the flank. This specimen's condition is a pristine 5/5, exhibiting a vibrant finish and clean hardware. Historically, these lures moved from hand-carved wood to durable plastic in 1960, a change reflected in this well-preserved example now under the PRADCO brand umbrella. The underside transitions into a reddish-orange hue, complemented by two bronze-finished treble hooks.