Museum Archive: Vintage Smithwick Suspending Rattlin’ Rogue 12, 2/5oz fishing lure #19506

Scale-patterned silver sides paired with a vibrant red head define the aesthetic of this 2/5 oz (12 g) jerkbait. Identified by product code 19506, the Smithwick Suspending Rattlin’ Rogue 12 represents a staple in American tackle history from its USA manufacturing roots. Spanning 4 3/4" (12 cm) in length, the lure features a gold-tinted back and a single red 'blood spot' accent on the side. The head is finished in a deep red with a focused black eye and red iris, positioned just above a clear plastic diving lip meant for suspending depths. Three silver-finished treble hooks are attached via robust split rings, and the condition is rated at a 5/5, indicating the specimen is in top-tier shape. The textured body reflects light across the chrome-like scales, providing visual flash during casting or trolling.