Museum Archive: Vintage Yakima Bait Worden’s Original Rooster Tail, 1/4oz Brass / Brown spinning lure #1389

Brass reflections on the willow leaf blade pair with a textured brown body to create a subtle profile for this 1/4oz (7g) specimen. Identified by product code 1389, this Yakima Bait classic measures 2 3/4" (7cm) and remains a staple for stream anglers targeting trout or panfish. The feathered tail, tied with distinctive hackle feathers, adds a lifelike pulse during a steady retrieve. Howard Worden’s legacy is evident in the construction, featuring a design meant for casting into pressured waters where a quiet entry is essential. The condition is clearly well-maintained, earning a solid 5/5 rating. Small beads sit at the head of the wire, ensuring the brass blade maintains its rotation around the shaft.