Museum Archive: Vintage South Bend , 1/8oz Nickel spinning lure #17391

Nickel plating covers the stamped teardrop blade of this South Bend spinner, a hallmark of mid-century American lure design. Coming in at 1/8oz (4g), the lure's central shaft carries a stack of segmented brass-toned weights paired with a small red bead for visual contrast. The tail end is finished with a sharp treble hook dressed in a blend of natural brown and red hair, creating a profile that reaches a total length of 2 1/4" (5.5cm). Identified by product code 17391, this specimen maintains a solid 4/5 condition, showing a light, honest aging across the metal components while the hair dressing remains intact and vibrant. The stamped detail on the blade remains legible, and the wire construction is straight and secure.