Museum Archive: Vintage Yakima Bait Sonic Rooster Tail, 3/16oz Gold spinning lure #4039

Gold-plated finishes and solid brass beads characterize this 3/16 oz (4.5 g) Sonic Rooster Tail, which stands as a testament to Yakima Bait's legacy in the spinner market. The willow leaf blade is stamped with the classic branding and an 1/8 oz marking, though the overall weight is recorded as 3/16 oz (4.5 g). Spanning 2 1/4" (6 cm) from the eyelet to the bend of the hook, the lure is balanced by a segmented brass body consisting of a tapered bead and a cylindrical weight. A white feathered hackle is tied to the treble hook, a feature designed to provide a soft visual element during a steady retrieve. Identified by product code 4039, this specimen is in 5/5 condition, with the metal components retaining a high polish and the tail feathers remaining crisp and white.