Museum Archive: Vintage Yo-Zuri/Duel Yo-Zuri Arms Minnow Chrome 4" rattle, 2/5oz fishing lure #19687

Weighing exactly 2/5 oz (11 g), this Japanese-crafted jerkbait features a high-visibility chrome finish designed to throw intense flashes through the water. This Yo-Zuri Arms Minnow, cataloged under product code 19687, spans 4" (10 cm) and exemplifies the precise manufacturing standards of the Duel brand. The slender, arched body is detailed with a subtle scale pattern and a distinct gill plate, leading to a small, clear diving lip. As a neutral buoyancy suspender, the lure is engineered to remain stationary in the water column during pauses, a technique particularly effective for pressured pike. The hardware setup includes two original treble hooks attached via robust split rings, and an internal rattle provides a distinct acoustic signature. Rated at 5/5, the specimen appears in excellent condition with the reflective surface and yellowed-eye accents showing no visible wear. This 4" (10 cm) minnow remains a staple of vintage Japanese tackle box history, built for technical casting and controlled retrieves.