Museum Archive: Vintage Yakima Bait Worden’s Original Rooster Tail, 3/16oz spinning lure #8939

The white cylindrical body on this specimen features a classic black spot pattern that provides a high-contrast visual for fish in various water clarities. Weighing in at 3/16oz (4.7g), this Yakima Bait Worden’s Original Rooster Tail is a versatile size for stream and lake fishing, particularly effective for trout and panfish. It is equipped with a silver willow leaf blade that bears the iconic stamped scale texture and the Yakima Bait branding. The tail is dressed with a hand-tied dark hackle, designed to pulsate as the lure moves through the water column. Developed originally by Howard Worden, this specific design (Product Code 8939) utilizes the willow leaf blade style which creates a distinct vibration and flash profile. Looking closely at the hardware, the silver finish on the blade and the integrity of the paint on the weighted body are quite clean, earning this lure a 4/5 condition rating. The treble hook is firmly attached via the through-wire construction and shows no significant signs of oxidation.