Museum Archive: Panther Martin 6, 3/16oz Silver spinning lure #4376

A vibrant yellow teardrop body decorated with distinct red spots characterizes this vintage Panther Martin 6. This specific specimen, identified by product code 4376, features the classic silver blade stamped with the number "6" and the signature jumping trout emblem. Made in Italy, the lure measures 2" (5 cm) and weighs a balanced 3/16 oz (6 g). Collectors will notice that the blade is mounted directly onto the wire shaft, a hallmark of the Panther Martin design that allows it to spin around the post without the need for a separate clevis. Looking at the hardware, the bronze-finished treble hook is clean and securely attached via the wire loop. This lure is unused, showing no signs of water time or wear. The polished silver finish on the blade creates a sharp visual contrast against the painted body. Every component, from the brass spacer bead to the precisely formed wire eyelets, reflects the quality of Italian manufacturing from this era.