Museum Archive: Panther Martin 2, 3/32oz Gold spinning lure #5169

Gold plating covers both the teardrop body and the unique convex/concave blade of this Size 2 spinner. Weighing 3/32oz (2.5g) with a total length of 1 1/2" (4cm), this specimen is a prime example of the in-line design popularized by Harrison Hoge Industries. The blade is mounted directly on the shaft without a clevis, allowing it to rotate near the weighted body. This lure, product code 5169, remains unused in its original yellow carded packaging, which bears the Port Jefferson, NY address and identifies the origin as the Dominican Republic. While the card face is marked as 1/16 oz, the specific catalog data for this unit lists it at 3/32oz (2.5g). The hardware consists of an extremely sharp treble hook, and the back of the card features the PantherMartin.com web address alongside mandated safety warnings.