Museum Archive: Vintage Yakima Bait Worden’s Original Rooster Tail 4, 1/4oz Brown / Brass spinning lure #12885

Stamped with the iconic 'ROOSTER TAIL' and size '4' on its brass willow leaf blade, this 2 3/4" (7cm) specimen represents a cornerstone of American trout fishing history. Identified by product code 12885, this Yakima Bait spinner carries the legacy of Howard Worden’s original 1950s Wisconsin design. The textured brown body and matching hand-tied brown hackle feather tail are paired with a blade that rotates widely to create vibration in the water. Weighing 1/4oz (8g), its in-line construction allows for a gentle splashdown and stealthy approach on pressured streams. The condition is rated 5/5, appearing exceptionally clean with its brass finish and feathering fully intact. The long willow leaf blade is designed to catch the light, providing the specific flash that has made the Rooster Tail a staple for decades.