Museum Archive: Yakima Bait Worden’s Original Rooster Tail, 3/16oz Nickel / Black spinning lure #9263

Featuring a striking Nickel / Black scale pattern on its weighted body, this 2 1/4" (6cm) Worden’s Original Rooster Tail is a classic example of Howard Worden’s mid-century design. The nickel-finished willow leaf blade carries the authentic stamped branding, complemented by a dense black hackle feather tail that conceals the treble hook. Listed under product code 9263, this unused specimen weighs 3/16oz (4.7g) and represents the Yakima Bait legacy of American-made tackle. The contrast between the dark tail and the reflective blade is balanced for visibility in varied water conditions. This lure remains in pristine condition, showing the sharp detail of the scale motif and the original luster of the metallic components. The hand-tied feathers are still full and correctly shaped, secured tightly to the rear of the weighted body.