Museum Archive: Vintage Strike King, 3/16oz Silver fishing lure #5457

Silver-scaled finishes like the one on this 3/16 oz (5.5 g) Strike King crankbait were a staple for mid-depth targeting in North American waters. Measuring 1 3/4" (4.5 cm), this model features a deep-running clear plastic lip designed to reach depths of up to 6.5 ft (2 m) during casting or trolling sessions. The Silver color pattern is accented by a shaded black back and a series of red dashed markings along the lateral line, paired with a subtle orange glow at the throat. Under Product Code 5457, this floating lure was manufactured in the USA and incorporates an internal rattle to provide sound in varied water conditions. The hardware includes two original treble hooks that remain in 5/5 condition, showing no signs of wear. Strike King designed this specific profile to effectively target pike and walleye by staying in the strike zone during the retrieve.