Vintage Fishing Lures

Vintage Fishing Lures

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The Wayne & Lori Edens Fishing Lure Collection. Auction starts at 9am (EST). Items on display approximately 2 weeks prior to auction date. Our gallery is open Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Preview by appointment.

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RED HEAD SHINER SCALE WEEDLESS WIDOW

Lot # 1551 (Sale Order: 551 of 680)      

Coming in a rare uncatalogued color, Weedless Widows have enjoyed a strong surge in popularity. This example is in great condition, grading Excellent. Two-piece hardware on the belly and hook has been removed. Single rear hook with mostly full bucktail. Two belly weights with a little more than half of the paint on them, and a green / gold belly stencil. This would be model number 229PRH. Item Dimensions: 2 - 3/4" length.
Coming in a rare uncatalogued color, Weedless Widows have enjoyed a strong surge in popularity. This example is in great condition, grading Excellent. Two-piece hardware ...moreon the belly and hook has been removed. Single rear hook with mostly full bucktail. Two belly weights with a little more than half of the paint on them, and a green / gold belly stencil. This would be model number 229PRH. Item Dimensions: 2 - 3/4" length.

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MEDIUM SIZE CHAPMAN WATER NYMPH

Lot # 1552 (Sale Order: 552 of 680)      

With “CHAPMAN & SON THERESA, N.Y.” stamped on one vane, and “PAT AP’D FOR” on the other, this circa 1890s bait is rigged with flying side hooks similar to how the Gibson & Woodworth catalog example is, shown on page 61 of Arlan Carter’s book. It has a wrapped rear hook and has the raised scale detail, along with a painted center stripe. This rare bait grades Very Good Plus or better. Item Dimensions: 4 - 1/4" length.
With “CHAPMAN & SON THERESA, N.Y.” stamped on one vane, and “PAT AP’D FOR” on the other, this circa 1890s bait is rigged with flying side hooks similar to how the Gibson ...more& Woodworth catalog example is, shown on page 61 of Arlan Carter’s book. It has a wrapped rear hook and has the raised scale detail, along with a painted center stripe. This rare bait grades Very Good Plus or better. Item Dimensions: 4 - 1/4" length.

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5 HOOK NORTH CHANNEL MINNOW

Lot # 1553 (Sale Order: 553 of 680)      

Dating to just after the turn of the last century, this Delevan / North Channel Minnow is finished in a dark green back with white belly, with 3 sets of red hand painted gill marks, uniquely shaped aluminum props, and gold centered glass eyes. The side hangers are twisted brass wire, and the line tie is soldered with a brass box swivel. It’s in about Very Good Plus Condition with paint crazing and some hook marks down to primer. Item Dimensions: 3 - 1/2" length.
Dating to just after the turn of the last century, this Delevan / North Channel Minnow is finished in a dark green back with white belly, with 3 sets of red hand painted ...moregill marks, uniquely shaped aluminum props, and gold centered glass eyes. The side hangers are twisted brass wire, and the line tie is soldered with a brass box swivel. It’s in about Very Good Plus Condition with paint crazing and some hook marks down to primer. Item Dimensions: 3 - 1/2" length.

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FRANKLIN ALGERS GETS-UM WHITE WITH GREEN MOTTLED BACK

Lot # 1554 (Sale Order: 554 of 680)      

Usually found in solid white, this Mottled Yellow & Green pattern is quite an interesting departure from the Gets-Ums you normally find. Alger debuted this bait in 1915, and it was granted a patent in 1916. This successful Chunk-type bait is rigged with two single hooks that ride through a pair of swiveling “U” hangers at the rear. The forward metal “sled” helps the bait ride over the weeds, and the bellyweight is mounted externally underneath it. This early, unusual bait grades Excellent Minus. Item Dimensions: 2 - 1/8" x 1 - 1/4".
Usually found in solid white, this Mottled Yellow & Green pattern is quite an interesting departure from the Gets-Ums you normally find. Alger debuted this bait in 1915, ...moreand it was granted a patent in 1916. This successful Chunk-type bait is rigged with two single hooks that ride through a pair of swiveling “U” hangers at the rear. The forward metal “sled” helps the bait ride over the weeds, and the bellyweight is mounted externally underneath it. This early, unusual bait grades Excellent Minus. Item Dimensions: 2 - 1/8" x 1 - 1/4".

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BOXED RED HEAD SHINER SCALE RIVER RUNT

Lot # 1555 (Sale Order: 555 of 680)      

A standard offering from 1938-40 only, so this is a scarce color, and not often found. Excellent Minus condition due to agelines, the bait also has solid glass eyes (with factory bubbles in left one). Two-piece Flap-Rig hangers, correct rear hook with pork trailer tab, an unmarked River Runt lip, and green inline belly stencil. Very Good Minus Upleaping Bass box is correctly marked 119PRH on one end. Item Dimensions: 2 - 1/2" length.
A standard offering from 1938-40 only, so this is a scarce color, and not often found. Excellent Minus condition due to agelines, the bait also has solid glass eyes (with...more factory bubbles in left one). Two-piece Flap-Rig hangers, correct rear hook with pork trailer tab, an unmarked River Runt lip, and green inline belly stencil. Very Good Minus Upleaping Bass box is correctly marked 119PRH on one end. Item Dimensions: 2 - 1/2" length.

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BOXED SHUREBITE FROG & HOAGE’S MAGNETIC WEEDLESS

Lot # 1556 (Sale Order: 556 of 680)      

The foam body of the c 1941 Shurebite Frog is known for not having stood up well to the daily rigors of fishing, and as a result most have not survived as well-preserved as this example has. Foam is still intact, and the rubber legs are present, but one of the feet has become detached. Glass eyes are both solid and the hook still has its protective factory coating. Also included is a Clyde Hoage / Water Gremlin / General Tool Magnetic Weedless bait in Orange Perch. These baits were made in St Paul, MN and rely on magnetized hooks and weed guards to break their bond during a strike. This bait has inset plastic disc eyes and grades Excellent. Both boxes are in Excellent condition with no condition issues. Item Dimensions: Largest: 3 - 1/8" length.
The foam body of the c 1941 Shurebite Frog is known for not having stood up well to the daily rigors of fishing, and as a result most have not survived as well-preserved ...moreas this example has. Foam is still intact, and the rubber legs are present, but one of the feet has become detached. Glass eyes are both solid and the hook still has its protective factory coating. Also included is a Clyde Hoage / Water Gremlin / General Tool Magnetic Weedless bait in Orange Perch. These baits were made in St Paul, MN and rely on magnetized hooks and weed guards to break their bond during a strike. This bait has inset plastic disc eyes and grades Excellent. Both boxes are in Excellent condition with no condition issues. Item Dimensions: Largest: 3 - 1/8" length.

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NEW IN BOX ZINK SCREWTAIL

Lot # 1557 (Sale Order: 557 of 680)      

New Old Stock Screwtail in White With Red Head, from Zink Artificial Bait Co of Dixon, IL circa 1946. The body rotated on retrieve, and the fisherman could invert the head to make it dive or ride up on the surface. The lure is in solid like-new condition and has likely never seen water. It comes in its correct end flap box marked “RED”, and also had its instruction sheet. Item Dimensions: 2 - 1/2" length.
New Old Stock Screwtail in White With Red Head, from Zink Artificial Bait Co of Dixon, IL circa 1946. The body rotated on retrieve, and the fisherman could invert the hea...mored to make it dive or ride up on the surface. The lure is in solid like-new condition and has likely never seen water. It comes in its correct end flap box marked “RED”, and also had its instruction sheet. Item Dimensions: 2 - 1/2" length.

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D.A.M. VAMPIR IN A GREAT COLOR

Lot # 1558 (Sale Order: 558 of 680)      

Circa 1940s-50s model with Surface-Rig hangers and pinned joints. Faceplate with “VAMPIR” stamped across the crescent. White Belly, Mullet-Blue Back, with Black Spots on the Sides, and Silver Scales. Condition is Very Good on this popular bait. Item Dimensions: 5 - 1/8" length.
Circa 1940s-50s model with Surface-Rig hangers and pinned joints. Faceplate with “VAMPIR” stamped across the crescent. White Belly, Mullet-Blue Back, with Black Spots on ...morethe Sides, and Silver Scales. Condition is Very Good on this popular bait. Item Dimensions: 5 - 1/8" length.

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BLACK & ORANGE SPRINGFIELD NOVELTY REEL LURE

Lot # 1559 (Sale Order: 559 of 680)      

Early 1930s bait with nickel-plated hardware and a sand-cast nose weight. Original hooks, wire tied and soldered by hand and correct, reduced-size Charmer Bowtie-style rear prop. Paint is Very Good Plus. Item Dimensions: 1 - 7/8" length.
Early 1930s bait with nickel-plated hardware and a sand-cast nose weight. Original hooks, wire tied and soldered by hand and correct, reduced-size Charmer Bowtie-style re...morear prop. Paint is Very Good Plus. Item Dimensions: 1 - 7/8" length.

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A-B-C INTERCHANGEABLE DIVER MINNOW

Lot # 1560 (Sale Order: 560 of 680)      

George Bolton of Detroit, MI came up with the idea of several different color body sections that could be quickly changed out depending on conditions. This example has the usual white body with the yellow section on the back. It dates to 1923 and grades Excellent. Item Dimensions: 3 - 3/4" length.
George Bolton of Detroit, MI came up with the idea of several different color body sections that could be quickly changed out depending on conditions. This example has th...moree usual white body with the yellow section on the back. It dates to 1923 and grades Excellent. Item Dimensions: 3 - 3/4" length.

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HI-YO DRY ICE ACTIVATED LURE

Lot # 1561 (Sale Order: 561 of 680)      

Made in Barberton, OH starting in 1945, the idea was to pack the head with dry ice tablets and when it reacted in the water, the gas released would exit one of the interchangeable tail pieces, propelling the bait forward. This kit comes in a box marked #4, has a couple spare tails, and is in a yellow scale finish. Bait and box are in Excellent condition. Item Dimensions: 1 - 3/4" length.
Made in Barberton, OH starting in 1945, the idea was to pack the head with dry ice tablets and when it reacted in the water, the gas released would exit one of the interc...morehangeable tail pieces, propelling the bait forward. This kit comes in a box marked #4, has a couple spare tails, and is in a yellow scale finish. Bait and box are in Excellent condition. Item Dimensions: 1 - 3/4" length.

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O.C. SCHAEFER TURBULENT WHITE WITH BLACK SPOTS

Lot # 1562 (Sale Order: 562 of 680)      

Three counter-rotating body sections rotating on twisted, heavy gauge wire, separated by multiple washers. Some oxidation on the metal and very little wear to the paint, making this Excellent Minus Wisconsin-made musky bait a great display piece. Item Dimensions: 2 - 1/2" length.
Three counter-rotating body sections rotating on twisted, heavy gauge wire, separated by multiple washers. Some oxidation on the metal and very little wear to the paint, ...moremaking this Excellent Minus Wisconsin-made musky bait a great display piece. Item Dimensions: 2 - 1/2" length.

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REPAINTED SHAKESPEARE “A” PROP FLOATING WOODEN MINNOW

Lot # 1563 (Sale Order: 563 of 680)      

Circa 1907 bait with wire clip belly hardware and the sought-after A-props. Two solid yellow glass eyes and an aftermarket finish. Item Dimensions: 2 - 7/8" length.

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SOUTH BEND 1000 REEL WITH ORCHARD ACTION ROD

Lot # 1564 (Sale Order: 564 of 680)      

Ever popular Orchard Industries Action Rod made of steel with red & white bakelite grips. Fitted with a South Bend No 1000 Model G Anti-Backlash bait casting reel. Both rod & reel are in Excellent Minus cosmetic condition and function fully as intended. Item Dimensions: 54" length.
Ever popular Orchard Industries Action Rod made of steel with red & white bakelite grips. Fitted with a South Bend No 1000 Model G Anti-Backlash bait casting reel. Both r...moreod & reel are in Excellent Minus cosmetic condition and function fully as intended. Item Dimensions: 54" length.

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BOX ONLY FOR HORTON MFG NO 34 REEL

Lot # 1565 (Sale Order: 565 of 680)      

Tough to find box for an Improved Bluegrass Simplex Free Spool bait casting reel. Both labels are fully readable showing model info on one side and disassembly instructions on the other. The box appears solid with shopworn edges and general wear. Item Dimensions: 4 - 3/8" x 3 - 3/8" x 2 - 5/8".
Tough to find box for an Improved Bluegrass Simplex Free Spool bait casting reel. Both labels are fully readable showing model info on one side and disassembly instructio...morens on the other. The box appears solid with shopworn edges and general wear. Item Dimensions: 4 - 3/8" x 3 - 3/8" x 2 - 5/8".

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MEDIUM SIZE OAK WOODEN DISPLAY CASE WITH KEY

Lot # 1566 (Sale Order: 566 of 680)      

24” x 24” x 4”. Excellent condition. Item Dimensions: 24" x 24" x 4".

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MEDIUM CHERRY WOOD DISPLAY CASE

Lot # 1567 (Sale Order: 567 of 680)      

24” x 18” x 3.25”. Excellent condition. Item Dimensions: 24" x 18" x 3 - 1/4".

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MEDIUM CHERRY WOOD DISPLAY CASE

Lot # 1568 (Sale Order: 568 of 680)      

24” x 18” x 3.25”. Excellent condition. Item Dimensions: 24" x 18" x 3 - 1/4".

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SMALL CHERRY WOOD DISPLAY CASE

Lot # 1569 (Sale Order: 569 of 680)      

18” x 12.25” x 3.25”. Excellent condition. Item Dimensions: 18" x 12 - 1/4" x 3 - 1/4".

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HEDDON JOINTED VAMP RED HEAD SILVER FLITTERS IN BOX

Lot # 1570 (Sale Order: 570 of 680)      

A super nice Near-Mint example in its correct marked Brush box. Flap-rig hangers, perfect glass yes, red belly stencil and factory coating on all the hooks. Box is Very Good Plus with a couple small push-throughs, staining on box bottom, and some edge wear. Item Dimensions: 4 - 1/2" length.
A super nice Near-Mint example in its correct marked Brush box. Flap-rig hangers, perfect glass yes, red belly stencil and factory coating on all the hooks. Box is Very G...moreood Plus with a couple small push-throughs, staining on box bottom, and some edge wear. Item Dimensions: 4 - 1/2" length.

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BOXED SHAKESPEARE DARTING SHRIMP

Lot # 1571 (Sale Order: 571 of 680)      

1920s model Shrimp in Copper has been fished and is in about Very Good condition. The hardware has oxidized and there is a flake of paint missing at the joint. Both glass eyes are perfect and both belly weights have paint intact. Very Good condition box has some edge & corner wear, and bears an end label marked “Number 135 SHRIMP Finish C”. Item Dimensions: 4 - 3/8" length.
1920s model Shrimp in Copper has been fished and is in about Very Good condition. The hardware has oxidized and there is a flake of paint missing at the joint. Both glass...more eyes are perfect and both belly weights have paint intact. Very Good condition box has some edge & corner wear, and bears an end label marked “Number 135 SHRIMP Finish C”. Item Dimensions: 4 - 3/8" length.

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HEDDON SWAYBELLY MUSKY MINNOW IN FANCY SIENNA

Lot # 1572 (Sale Order: 572 of 680)      

Grading strong Excellent Minus and in terms of rarity, condition, and desirability, ranking at the very top of its class. This 1912-15 model 707 has marked props, perfect glass eyes, and oversized nickel-plated hardware. Three sets of hand painted gills and the 4 bellyweights are mostly still covered with paint. It would be extremely hard to ever upgrade this bait. Item Dimensions: 5" length.
Grading strong Excellent Minus and in terms of rarity, condition, and desirability, ranking at the very top of its class. This 1912-15 model 707 has marked props, perfect...more glass eyes, and oversized nickel-plated hardware. Three sets of hand painted gills and the 4 bellyweights are mostly still covered with paint. It would be extremely hard to ever upgrade this bait. Item Dimensions: 5" length.

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VERY RARE HEDDON ICE SPOOK

Lot # 1573 (Sale Order: 573 of 680)      

Never catalogued, but known model number 459L in Shiner Scale with Green Crackleback painted belly weight. These had a very short production run, perhaps only one year around 1928. Made of thin, flat plastic (Heddylin) with a nickel-plated fin assembly riveted to the back half. This example is one of the nicest you’ll see, grading about Excellent with only some minor flaking to the belly weight. Item Dimensions: 5" length.
Never catalogued, but known model number 459L in Shiner Scale with Green Crackleback painted belly weight. These had a very short production run, perhaps only one year ar...moreound 1928. Made of thin, flat plastic (Heddylin) with a nickel-plated fin assembly riveted to the back half. This example is one of the nicest you’ll see, grading about Excellent with only some minor flaking to the belly weight. Item Dimensions: 5" length.

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BASS SIZE CHIPPEWA IN FANCY GREENBACK

Lot # 1574 (Sale Order: 574 of 680)      

A superb example with only trace amounts of wear, and grading solid Excellent. Color number 66 with a beautiful white feather-dressed rear treble and perfect glass eyes. Item Dimensions: 3 - 1/4" length.
A superb example with only trace amounts of wear, and grading solid Excellent. Color number 66 with a beautiful white feather-dressed rear treble and perfect glass eyes. ...moreItem Dimensions: 3 - 1/4" length.

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UNCATALOGUED 209H SURFACE DOWAGIAC RED SCALE

Lot # 1575 (Sale Order: 575 of 680)      

Circa 1920 model with L-Rig hangers and a marked 3-tab collar. The hardware is very clean with an absence of oxidation, and the bait is in Very Good condition, with some varnish flaking. Marked “2nd” on the belly suggesting it left the factory with a flaw or two. Item Dimensions: 4 - 3/4" length.
Circa 1920 model with L-Rig hangers and a marked 3-tab collar. The hardware is very clean with an absence of oxidation, and the bait is in Very Good condition, with some ...morevarnish flaking. Marked “2nd” on the belly suggesting it left the factory with a flaw or two. Item Dimensions: 4 - 3/4" length.

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