Museum Archive: Vintage Yakima Bait Worden’s Original Rooster Tail Sonic, 3/32oz Silver spinning lure #3456

Stamped with the distinctive 'SONIC ROOSTER TAIL' name on its textured silver willow leaf blade, this 3/32oz (2.4g) spinner represents a classic era of Yakima Bait craftsmanship. Measuring 1 1/2" (4cm) in length, the lure features the iconic hand-tied red hackle feather tail that has been a staple for trout anglers since Howard Worden first developed these in the 1950s. The body is constructed with a weighted, multi-segmented silver torso and a unique biconical bead that assists the blade's rotation around the wire shaft. Labeled under product code 3456, this specimen shows honest signs of age with light surface wear on the metal components, though the red feathers remain full and the hardware is secure, earning it a solid 4/5 condition rating. Collectors will appreciate the intricate dot-pattern border on the blade, a hallmark of the 'Sonic' variant designed for specific vibration frequencies during a steady retrieve. The treble hook is tucked neatly within the hackle, maintaining the streamlined profile necessary for casting into tight stream pockets.