Vintage Horrocks-Ibbotson Vintage Horrocks Ibbotson HICO Mouse Tack Eye , 1/2oz yellow /metal eyes fishing lure #23623

Yellow paint with fine dark speckles covers the wooden surface of this 1/2oz (14g) HICO Mouse. The 2 3/4" (7cm) body remains buoyant, a hallmark of the floating wood lures produced by Horrocks-Ibbotson in Utica, New York. Distinctive metal tack eyes are finished with red centers, providing a focused gaze that stands out against the yellow backdrop. A dark grey nose cap completes the head, while a long, flexible tail extends from the rear to provide a realistic silhouette. This USA-made rarity, identified by product code 23623, is equipped with a single heavy-duty treble hook on the belly. The condition is rated 5/5, reflecting a specimen that has been stored carefully with its original finish and hardware fully intact.