Museum Archive: Vintage VIVIF Vivif, 3/16oz black/silver fishing #19452

Crafted in France, the black and silver finish of this specimen highlights its early 1940s origins. At just 2" (5 cm) in length, this Vivif swimbait was originally conceptualized by a French angling sportsman specifically to target perch. The lead-bodied construction weighs a precise 3/16 oz (6 g) and features a distinctive "live tail" design that set the standard for soft-action lures of that era. Looking closely at the head, you'll see the classic red eye accents set against a dark, textured head that transitions into a natural silver tail section. This piece, identified by product code 19452, includes a belly-mounted double hook and a subtle dorsal fin molded directly into the metal frame. The condition of this vintage find is excellent, rated at 5/5. It represents the early ingenuity of European lure design, specifically the shift toward more lifelike silhouettes in small-profile baits.