Museum Archive: Vintage Yakima Bait Worden’s Original Rooster Tail 3, 3/16oz Nickel / Red spinning lure #8319

Weighing in at 3/16oz (6g), this Yakima Bait spinner is a classic example of a design that has been a favorite among trout enthusiasts since Howard Worden developed it in the 1950s. The 2 1/4" (6 cm) body of the Worden’s Original Rooster Tail 3 features a rich, metallic red finish highlighted by three bold black spots. This specific specimen, carrying product code 8319, is paired with a willow leaf blade that showcases a distinctive black polka-dot pattern on a nickel base, while the reverse side maintains a clean, polished metallic look. A hand-tied hackle feather tail in a deep red and black mix conceals the treble hook and adds a lifelike texture to the lure's profile. Built for stealth, the construction allows for a gentle landing on the water surface, which is often necessary when targeting pressured fish in clear streams. It remains in excellent 5/5 condition, with the original paint and feathered tail appearing remarkably well-preserved.