Museum Archive: Snag Proof Original Frog, 1/4oz brown fishing lure #19688

Brown tones define the aesthetic of this 3 1/4" (8cm) crawfish imitation, reflecting the natural forage found in many North American waterways. Weighing in at 1/4oz (7g), the Snag Proof Original Soft Craw was engineered for navigation through dense vegetation where most lures fail. This specimen, identified by product code 19688, remains in its original packaging from Snag Proof MFG., Inc. of Cincinnati, Ohio. The lure is unused, preserved in the factory blister pack which displays the characteristic blue and white branding. Instruction on the card back emphasizes a slow retrieve and a delayed hook set to ensure the hollow body compresses correctly. Every detail, from the molded claws to the integrated hook placement, highlights the specialized design intended for stump fields and moss-heavy streams.