Museum Archive: Panther Martin 4 , 1/8oz Gold spinning lure #17674

Golden-hued brass blades were a hallmark of early Italian-made Panther Martins, and this 1/8 oz (3.5 g) specimen carries that legacy well. Measuring 1 1/2 inches (3.8 cm), the lure features a classic yellow teardrop body adorned with vibrant red dots, a pattern that has remained a favorite among trout anglers for decades. This specific item, identified by product code 17674, remains unused and is preserved on its original Harrison-Hoge Industries carding from Fort Jefferson Station, NY. The distinctive shaft-through-blade construction allows the gold-finished blade to sit directly against the body, a hallmark design choice by the Italian manufacturers that differentiates these from standard clevis-style spinners. Despite the passage of time, the condition reflects a well-preserved piece of tackle history, with the "Made in Italy" stamp clearly visible on the lower-left corner of the vintage yellow packaging.