Gun Collectors Dream Auction #87 General Gun Auction
Lot 1094:
Description
A collection of five vintage saltwater fishing jigs produced by Zak Tackle Mfg. Co. of Tacoma, Washington, under the brand name Wally Whale Fishing Tackle. The lot features the Squirm Worm Jig model, presented in the original retail clear plastic bag packaging with printed cardboard header tags. Each lure consists of a weighted metal head painted white with red and black concentric circle eyes, integrated with a soft plastic squid-style body. The group includes four off-white lures and one orange lure. The header tags are printed in red and blue and are hand-marked with weight specifications. The packaging identifies the maker as Zak Tackle Mfg. Co., Tacoma, WA 98499. An additional small plastic bag containing a monofilament leader with metal swivels and a snap is included.
Weights: 12 oz and 16 oz.
Condition report:
The lures remain in their original vintage packaging. The cardboard header tags and plastic bags exhibit age-related yellowing, foxing, and staining. The lures show minor surface dust and discoloration consistent with age, though the soft plastic remains pliable.
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