Museum Archive: Yakima Bait Worden’s Original Rooster Tail UV, 3/32oz Rainbow Trout spinning lure #7178

Rainbow Trout patterning distinguishes the UV-coated willow leaf blade on this Yakima Bait creation, blending iridescent scales with bold tiger-stripe accents. Weighing exactly 3/32oz (2.6g), this Worden’s Original Rooster Tail UV features the elongated blade design that Howard Worden first developed to ensure wide rotation and significant vibration. The central body reflects a glitter-infused green and pink palette, transitioning into a dense, hand-tied feathered tail. This feathered component utilizes a mix of pink and green hackle with trailing red fibers, concealing a sharp treble hook. At a total length of 1 3/4" (4.5cm), the lure is built on the classic in-line spinner architecture that has favored trout anglers since the mid-20th century. The reverse side of the blade presents a solid white surface, providing a stark visual contrast when the lure is retrieved. Bearing product code 7178, this USA-made specimen is in unused condition.