Museum Archive: Vintage South Bend Fatal Attraction, 3/4oz Gold spinning lure #23526

Stamped clearly into the hammered gold blade, the "South Bend Fatal Attraction" branding highlights the heritage of this American-made spinner. Weighing in at 3/4 oz (21 g), this substantial lure features a heavy yellow lead head shaped with a distinct profile and finished with a classic red and black painted eye. This specific specimen, cataloged under product code 23526, measures 4 1/4" (11 cm) and is constructed on a sturdy wire frame meant for heavy-duty freshwater use. A series of brass beads and a single translucent orange bead provide spacing between the blade and the large single hook. The gold-finished blade is decorated with a series of black diagonal and radial stripes, a design choice by South Bend to create high visual contrast against the metallic surface. Showing careful preservation, the lure is in 4/5 condition, with the paint on the head and the gold finish on the blade remaining bright and well-defined. The oversized single hook is designed for easy rigging with various trailers.