Museum Archive: Vintage Storm Hot'N Tot Thin Fin, 1/4oz silver fishing lure #19414

Featuring a distinctively stamped metal lip, this specimen belongs to the classic era of Storm production before the Rapala acquisition. The silver body finish displays some wear consistent with a 4/5 condition rating, paired with a dark back and the iconic yellow-rimmed eyes. Weighing 1/4 oz (6.5 g) and measuring 2" (5 cm) in length, this floating lure is designed for versatility across trolling, casting, and drifting techniques. Its metal diving lip is stamped with the "THIN FIN" name and includes a front-mounted wire snap, allowing it to reach depths between 4.9 ft (1.5 m) and 13.1 ft (4 m). The hardware consists of two belly-mounted treble hooks which show some surface aging from time spent in a tackle box. This Hot'N Tot Thin Fin, identified by product code 19414, was crafted in the USA for targeting perch, pike, and walleye. The utilitarian construction remains a testament to the early design philosophy that built the brand's reputation among anglers.