W.T. J. Lowe

W.T. J. Lowe: Pioneer of Metal Spinners from Buffalo

W.T. J. Lowe was an influential artisan lure maker operating in Buffalo, New York, U.S.A., around the turn of the 20th century.

 Lowe was active from approximately the late 1890s through 1915.

Specialization and Products: He focused on handcrafted metal spinner baits and lures. His most famous product was the "Star spinner," which often featured natural feathers.

Historical Significance: His contribution is highly significant because he created these early metal spinner designs before the market was widely dominated by the popular wooden lures. This makes his lures important historical artifacts from the early period of fishing tackle in Western New York.

Legacy: Eventually, the W.T. J. Lowe company and its original designs were acquired by the renowned Pflueger company. Today, Lowe's lures are highly collectible pieces of early fishing history.