Museum Archive: Panther Martin 6, 3/16oz Silver spinning lure #16063

Stamped clearly into the silver blade is the number "6" alongside the iconic "MARTIN" logo and the "ITALY" origin mark. This specific specimen features a vibrant, uniform green teardrop body, a variation that stands out from the more common polka-dot patterns. Weighing in at 3/16 oz (6 g), it carries the signature shaft-through-blade design that characterizes the brand's unique mechanical approach to spinners. The silver blade is mounted directly onto the wire, a technical hallmark designed to ensure the blade engages immediately upon retrieval. A sturdy bronze-finish treble hook is attached to the rear, showing no wear. Being an unused specimen with a condition rating of 6, the finish remains bright and the wire frame is perfectly straight. The "1009460" patent number visible on the blade links back to the Italian craftsmanship that defined the early era of these lures. For the collector, this piece—identified by product code 16063—is a clean example of the classic Italian-made inline spinner design.