Vintage Yakima Bait Worden's Original Rooster Tail , 3/32oz silver/black spinning lure #23452

Stamped clearly on the silver willow leaf blade, the iconic Yakima Bait branding and weight mark identify this 3/32 oz (2.6 g) Worden's Original Rooster Tail. Measuring 1 3/4" (4.5 cm), this specimen features a deep black body finished with a distinct scale-pattern texture and a hand-tied black hackle tail. This specific color combination is a classic choice for anglers targeting trout and panfish in clear water where a strong silhouette is required. The hardware on this piece is in top-tier shape, earning a condition rating of 5/5, with the silver plating on the blade reflecting light as brightly as the day it was manufactured. Developed by Howard Worden in the 1950s, these spinners are defined by their willow leaf blade which provides significant flash during the retrieve. The lure is built for precision casting in smaller, pressured streams where a gentle entry is necessary to avoid spooking resident fish. Every component, from the wire form to the Product Code 23452 stamp, remains crisp and well-preserved.