Museum Archive: Renosky Lures Renosky Swiss Swing, 1/16oz spinning lure #13715

A textured silver spinner blade precedes the small 2" (5 cm) minnow-profile body on this vintage Pennsylvania find. Hailing from Homer City, Renosky Lures produced the Swiss Swing Minnow (Product Code 13715) as a specialized option for light tackle anglers. Labeled as model SSMP #0, the lure features a realistic baitfish imitation with printed scale details and a prominent red bead acting as a focal point behind the blade attachment. This specific specimen weighs 1/16 oz (2 g) and remains preserved in its original carded packaging, confirming it is unused. The construction combines a traditional inline spinner design with a soft-plastic minnow body intended for casting toward bass, pike, and trout. A single bronzed treble hook is rigged at the rear, trailing the body to ensure better hook sets when fished in various freshwater conditions. The yellow and blue backing card remains vibrant, showcasing the classic branding from an era when Renosky was known for innovative hybrid designs.