Museum Archive: Vintage Yakima Bait Worden’s Original Rooster Tail 5, 2/5oz Silver spinning lure #12605

A hammered-textured weighted body in brilliant silver distinguishes this larger #5 size from the Yakima Bait lineup. Weighing in at 2/5 oz (12 g), this Worden’s Original Rooster Tail 5 carries the legacy of Howard Worden’s 1950s designs into a heavier format suitable for broader waters. The elongated willow leaf blade is stamped with the "ROOSTER TAIL 5" mark and features a finely detailed scale pattern to maximize light reflection. Anchoring the lure is a thick collar of greyish-white hackle feathers that pulsates around the treble hook, a design choice synonymous with the brand's name. This specific 12605 model measures 3 1/4" (8 cm) and retains a bright, clean finish across its metallic surfaces. In this condition (5/5), the silver plating on both the blade and the scale-patterned body shows no signs of wear. Heavy-duty wire construction and a secure top eyelet ensure this lure remains a durable choice for long-distance casting or trolling in deep river channels.