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    Crank bait ID

    I got this bait to test back In the early-mid 90’s.
    it is balsa. It was a start up lure MFG, I had 2 but one was stolen from me, by a pike. This one has been on the ride along program ever since. Look familiar to anyone?

    https://www.flickr.com/photos/140680722@N02/shares/Yoe9x1

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    Would be interested to know; I think I have one. Similar to the Poe's RC-3 coffin bill

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    I think the company may have been involved with the first out-barb treble hook too although this one has a matte black treble.

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    #4
    Carolina Killer maybe?

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    I believe you have a Tennessee Killer.

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    If you are both right, that means I have a Federal offense killer!

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    #8
    Didn't Norman market that for awhile? I have a couple in my box.

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    Quote Originally Posted by D.Moore View Post
    That is It! Doesn't look like I will be retiring off the proceeds of the sale.....

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    #10
    Quote Originally Posted by ukey28 View Post
    Didn't Norman market that for awhile? I have a couple in my box.
    They marketed one very similar

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    This lure is a version of the Tennessee Tuffy which was made by a guy named Blazer I think. His bills had TT stamped on them. The name change came when Norman started producing them.