Museum Archive: Vintage Helin Tackle Vintage Helin Flatfish M2, 3/5oz fishing lure #20032

Orange paint with distinctive black dots covers the wooden body of this Vintage Helin Flatfish M2, a specimen that carries a weight of 3/5oz (17g). Measuring 4 1/4" (11cm), the M2 size was crafted for targeting species like pike, zander, and large trout in lakes or smaller river systems. The construction features a metal hook harness and treble hooks, which were a hallmark of the Helin Tackle designs intended for slow-retrieve presentations. Surface wear and visible wood through small paint chips are present on the body, which aligns with its 4/5 condition rating for a vintage piece of this age. Collectors will appreciate the wire eyelet and the classic banana-shaped silhouette identified by Product Code 20032. This American-made lure represents the early wood era of production before the brand transitioned to plastic materials.