Museum Archive: Vintage Yakima Bait Worden’s Original Rooster Tail, 1/4oz brass/red spinning lure #20548

Brass-colored willow blades with a stamped scale pattern define the upper profile of this Worden’s Original Rooster Tail. This 1/4 oz (8 g) specimen showcases a hybrid design, combining the classic flash of a spinner with a trailing soft plastic curly tail grub. The weighted body is finished in a bright orange with black segments reminiscent of a small crustacean, leading down to a single hook. Measuring 3 1/4" (8 cm) in total length, the lure carries product code 20548 and reflects the long-standing USA production quality of Yakima Bait. The finish on the blade and the painted body segments remains very sharp, supporting a condition rating of 5/5. Anglers and collectors alike will note the preservation of the soft plastic component, which remains pliable and holds its vibrant orange hue. While the official cataloging lists this as brass/red, the visual presentation is a striking gold and orange combination suited for visibility in stained water conditions.