LITTLE HOOKER Mold Craft Soft Head Vintage Lure Sea Fishing New
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Description
This antique fishing lure comes in its original packaging, bearing the inscription "LITTLE HOOKER" in large blue letters on a beige background. It is a soft skirted lure, typical of accessories used for sea fishing and trolling. The lure is a "Soft Head" type, recognizable by its rounded head and long flexible fringes, which imitate the tentacles of a squid or octopus. The head has a translucent finish, while the fringes alternate shades of white, blue, and gray, with a slightly glittery appearance visible in the light. The whole is sealed in plastic on an original cardboard card, visibly old, with signs of patina and age on the backing.
The inscription "Mold Craft" appears at the bottom of the card, confirming the brand, and the mention "Another fine product by Frank Johnson" is also discernible, corresponding to American production known for its innovative lures in the 1970s-1980s. The overall presentation, the card's graphics, and the packaging style suggest manufacturing from the late 20th century, typical of the vintage aesthetic of fishing accessories from that period.
This soft lure is designed for sport fishing, with a long and mobile skirt offering realistic swimming once immersed. The upper part of the lure is pierced to allow the passage of the line or a hook (not included here), and the transparency of the plastic reveals a glittery effect intended to attract predatory fish. The elongated shape and semi-rigid head are characteristic of models intended for trolling or coastal sea fishing.
The original card has a perforation at the top, designed for hanging on a shelf, and signs of wear or yellowing are visible, confirming the age of the packaging. No major tears are visible on the front, and the entire lure appears in excellent, unused ("deadstock") condition, perfectly preserved in its original blister pack. The colors and flexibility of the lure are well preserved, with no noticeable signs of alteration on the visible part.
Condition
Used item, sold as is. The lure is new, never used, in its original sealed packaging. The packaging shows signs of age and handling, with visible patina on the cardboard card.
Did you know? Mold Craft, founded in the United States in the 1970s, is a pioneering brand in the design of soft lures for sport sea fishing. The "Little Hooker" model is particularly appreciated for its realistic swimming action and has been awarded in several big game fishing competitions.
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