Museum Archive: Rebel Floater, 3/32oz Gold fishing lure #13422

A classic cross-hatched scale pattern covers the gold-colored body of this specimen, showcasing the craftsmanship of early American plastic lures. Identified by product code 13422, this Rebel Floater is unused, though the vintage box displays significant signs of shelf time. Weighing 3/32oz (3g) and measuring 2 1/2" (6.5cm) in length, the lure features a black back, a white belly, and yellow eyes with distinct black pupils. The clear plastic diving lip facilitates a depth between 1ft and 3ft (0.3 - 0.9 m). For hardware, it carries two bronze-finished treble hooks designed for casting or trolling applications. Anglers typically employ a uniform or stop-and-go retrieval to target fish in the upper water column.