Museum Archive: Vintage William Shakespeare Shakespeare PUP Honor Built, 1/2oz fishing lure #7645

Measuring exactly 2 1/4" (6 cm), this vintage wooden specimen showcases the classic American craftsmanship found in early angling gear. Weighing 1/2 oz (14 g), it features a prominent metal diving lip clearly stamped with the 'Shakespeare PUP Honor Built' mark. The body carries a seasoned yellow-gold finish with fine speckling throughout, transitioning into a solid black head accented by a vibrant red-orange throat. Deep-set glass eyes remain intact, adding to the character of this piece categorized under product code 7645. The hardware consists of two original treble hooks showing a dark finish consistent with its 4/5 condition rating. Its wooden construction feels substantial, maintaining structural integrity alongside the securely fastened screw-eye line tie located on the metal lip.