Museum Archive: Vintage Unknown Wooden Pencil Plug, 1/3oz fishing lure #14490

Measuring a full 5" (13 cm) in length, this wooden surface lure showcases a distinct hand-crafted aesthetic typical of vintage American tackle. The three treble hooks are strategically spaced along the underbelly and tail of the 1/3oz (8.5g) body, designed for surface casting. An eye-catching tri-tone color scheme defines the specimen: a vibrant orange spine transitions into silver-metallic sides, finished with a soft pink belly. The cupped mouth, characteristic of a popper-style plug, features a darkened finish that provides high contrast around the line tie and yellow-painted eyes. Cataloged under product code 14490, the wooden construction ensures a floating buoyancy for targeting pike and bass on the surface. Honest signs of age are visible on the paint and hardware, reflecting a 4/5 condition that respects its history. The hardware is secured directly into the wood, preserving the classic assembly of this pencil-style plug.