Museum Archive: Vintage Yakima Bait Worden’s Original Rooster Tail, 1/8oz Silver / Trout spinning lure #4042

A weight of 1/8oz (3.54g) makes this Yakima Bait creation a versatile choice for light-tackle enthusiasts seeking a classic American design. The silver willow leaf blade on this Worden’s Original Rooster Tail is stamped with the recognizable brand logo and a distinctive scale pattern. Measuring 2" (5cm) in length, this specimen, identified by Product Code 4042, features a Trout color scheme consisting of a dark, spotted weighted body paired with a hand-tied pink and green feathered tail. This feathered component is lashed with green thread just above the bronze treble hook, a hallmark of the feathered type spinners originally developed by Howard Worden in the 1950s. The construction utilizes a straight wire-through design and high-quality hardware common to USA-made spinners. The condition is rated 5/5, with the painted details on the body and the silver plating on the blade maintaining a bright, well-preserved appearance. This particular configuration is designed for a gentle splashdown, making it a preferred option for anglers fishing in pressured trout streams.