Museum Archive: Vintage Panther Martin Zavorra con Mosca 4, 3/32oz Gold spinning lure #10554

Stamped with the "ITALY" mark and patent number 331544 on the blade, this vintage spinner showcases the high-quality manufacturing of its era. This Panther Martin Zavorra con Mosca 4, product code 10554, features the signature construction where the blade is mounted directly onto the wire shaft, allowing it to spin around the post without a clevis. The specimen carries a Gold color designation, visible in the rich, deep tones of the weighted teardrop body. The treble hook is meticulously dressed with orange-ginger hackle feathers and finished with a distinct red wool tag, identifying it as a feathered type. Measuring 1 1/2" (4 cm) and weighing 3/32 oz (3 g), the lure is a classic example of a light-tackle trout spinner. The metallic blade retains a clean finish, and the overall condition of this piece is rated 5/5. Genuine Italian-made Panther Martins like this one are highly regarded by collectors who value the precise stamping and balanced weighting found in these early European exports.