Museum Archive: Vintage Panther Martin 4, 1/8oz Gold / Red spinning lure #4538

Italian craftsmanship is evident in the vintage construction of this 1/8 oz (4 g) spinner, which pairs a weighted black teardrop body and red polka dots with a striking gold blade. Identifying as product code 4538, this specimen showcases the unique shaft-mounted blade design—eliminating the traditional clevis—to allow the blade to rotate directly on the wire. On the reverse side of the gold blade, the stamped number '4' and the iconic panther logo sit alongside the 'ITALY' mark, all overlaid with five distinct red horizontal stripes. Measuring 1 1/2" (4 cm) in total length, the lure is remarkably well-preserved, warranting a 5/5 condition rating for its clean surfaces and sharp treble hook. The front face of the blade maintains a high-polish gold finish, catching light effectively against the dark, dotted body.