Museum Archive: Panther Martin 4, 1/8oz Gold spinning lure #4997

Genuine gold plating covers the unique convex/concave blade of this classic inline spinner. Weighing in at 1/8 oz (4 g), the Panther Martin 4-PMR-G features a weighted black body accented with distinct yellow dots. The construction highlights the brand's signature blade-on-shaft design, which is engineered to spin easily without a separate clevis. Measuring 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) in length, this specimen remains in its original yellow carded packaging from Harrison Hoge Industries, which confirms it is unused. As noted on the card, it was assembled in the Dominican Republic using a mix of US and foreign components. The back of the package, bearing product code 4-PMR-G, details the technical advantages of the design, specifically mentioning how the blade shape sends out sonic vibrations. This specific lure, also cataloged as item 4997, comes equipped with a factory-sharp treble hook.