Museum Archive: Vintage Panther Martin 6, 3/16oz Black / Gold / Red spinning lure #12604

Stamped directly into the concave surface of the blade, the 'ITALY' mark identifies this Panther Martin 6 as a vintage specimen from its original European manufacturing roots. This specific piece, cataloged under product code 12604, features the iconic teardrop body finished in a classic red with yellow dots. Weighing in at 3/16 oz (6 g), the weighted body provides the necessary mass for distance casting in smaller streams or rivers. The black blade is decorated with distinctive yellow-gold transverse stripes, a pattern designed to create visual contrast. Measuring 2" (5 cm) in total length, the lure utilizes the famous shaft-through-blade construction, where the wire passes directly through the blade rather than using a clevis. This design allows for immediate rotation upon hitting the water. The hardware remains functional, featuring the original bronzed treble hook attached to the rear loop. Showing honest character from its time in a tackle box, this lure maintains a solid 4/5 condition rating, with minor paint loss on the body and blade that adds to its authentic vintage appeal. It remains a prime example of the innovative Italian engineering that helped define the inline spinner category.