Museum Archive: Vintage Panther Martin 4, 1/8oz Gold spinning lure #4537

Italy is clearly stamped on the underside of the gold-finish blade, marking this Panther Martin 4 as a genuine vintage find for the light-tackle enthusiast. Weighing 1/8oz (4g) with a total length of 1 1/2" (4cm), this spinner utilizes the iconic teardrop body shape in a high-contrast black finish with distinct yellow spots. The design, identified by product code 4537, features the brand's signature through-shaft blade mounting, allowing for rotation directly on the wire without the need for a separate clevis. The gold-tone metal blade is deeply embossed with the "MARTIN" brand name and its country of origin. Both the weighted body and the metallic blade retain their original luster, and the specimen is in excellent condition, rated 5/5. The hardware is completed by a sharp treble hook attached via the original wire loop construction.