Museum Archive: Vintage Panther Martin Zavorra con Mosca 6, 3/16oz Gold spinning lure #10517

Stamped clearly into the gold-finished blade is the iconic number 6 alongside the Italian lion mark and the name of its legendary maker. Weighing 3/16 oz (6 g), this Panther Martin Zavorra con Mosca 6 showcases the classic Italian engineering that redefined the spinner market. The 2" (5 cm) profile, categorized under product code 10517, features the signature through-shaft blade design that allows for rotation directly on the wire. Its weighted brass body is paired with a hand-tied "mosca" style fly on the treble hook, utilizing a yellow and black striped pattern finished with a distinct red fiber tail. This specimen is in 4/5 condition, displaying soft surface marks on the gold plating and honest signs of age on the hardware that tell the story of its heritage. The segmented teardrop body design helps maintain a compact silhouette while providing the necessary ballast for targeted casting in moving water. A vibrant red fiber accent at the rear of the hook provides a sharp contrast to the polished gold finish of the blade.