VTG Fishing Lure School Teacher Diamond Eye Rattler By Capt Jim Straders NOS

Fantastic piece of bass fishing history. This lure was revolutionary because it combined visual flash with sonic attraction. Capt. Jim Strader was a pioneer in using sound to trigger strikes. This "School Teacher" Lure was one of the first to feature a internal Rattler and was a early market successes to feature a technology that eventually revolutionized crankbait fishing. Gets its name as its a Floater/Diver Lure, meaning it floats on the surface when still and dives down when you reel it, implying the lure would find the "school" of fish, or perhaps "teach the fish a lesson. Designed for all game fish, but became primarily a lure for largemouth bass. Feature: Era: Vintage - Mid-to-Late 1970s Lure Action- Floater / Diver Crankbait (Floats at rest, dives on retrieve). Signature Diamond Eye- Designed to catch light, enhancing visibility in low-light or murky water. Rattle Technology- One of the First lures to successfully incorporate an internal rattle . Target Species- Designed for all Fresh & Salt Water Fish, but primarily favored by Largemouth Bass anglers. Condition: See Photo New Old Stock (NOS)- Unused and factory sealed in its original vintage packaging. Clear plastic bubble sealed & intact. Card Backing may displays wear consistent with age such as softened corners, potential edge wear, and minor surface discoloration/fading. vintage, collectible, midcentury, 1970s, NOS, sealed, rare, bass, largemouth, crankbait, floater, diver, rattling, flash, sonic,