Museum Archive: Vintage Yakima Bait Worden’s Original Rooster Tail, 1/8oz Silver spinning lure #3987

Weighing in at 1/8oz (3.54g), this Yakima Bait specimen showcases the classic configuration that Howard Worden first popularized in the 1950s. The silver willow leaf blade is detailed with a distinct black zebra pattern, which complements the black markings found on the white and light green cylindrical body. A vibrant green feathered hackle forms the tail, securely wrapped at the base and shielding a sharp treble hook. Measuring 2" (5cm) in length, this in-line spinner is built for precision casting in smaller streams where a delicate presentation is required to coax pressured trout. This specific example, identified by product code 3987, remains in excellent condition with a rating of 5/5, retaining a bright finish on the stamped blade and clean paint across the body. The willow leaf design is specifically engineered to rotate with a wide arc, providing the signature flash that has made the Rooster Tail a staple in tackle boxes for decades.