Fishing Frenzy

So what draws people toward wanting to collect antique fishing lures? People are surprised to find that fishing lures actually are even collected. In actuality, they are very popular and are one of the most commonly collected antiques. A lot of detail went into these old lures as they were hand made. Because each one was done individually and not off of an assembly line, they are each unique in their style and look.

They tend to be very colorful and detailed. Usually hand painted and made from wood or metal, and finely chiseled into the shapes that attract the fish for which they are made. Fish have a pretty big food chain so these lures can take on all kind of fancy shapes from the smallest flies up to bigger fish. Most lures today are mass produced and tend to look all alike, yet because of the fine detailing that went into these they are quite unique, which of course increases their value quite a bit.

They are made of wood and metal, and each one is unique since they are hand made. Antique fishing lures sometimes could take days to create because of the design considerations that went into each one. These aren't mass produced like the lures are today, so each lure is going to have the makers personality tied to it. Similar to the way a painting can tell a tale of it's author, by the strokes and choice of colors that were used in making the work of art.

When hunting for these lures you can start by checking out some of the old antique shops in your area. Some fish and tackle shops that are modern day shops may even have sections dedicated to antique fishing lures. While you are there you may end up fishing out other unique items. Check your phone book for dealers and stores that carry hard to find antique items. A really good place to check would be the internet. Try doing a search engine search for hard to find antique fishing lures.

What makes fishing lures of old worth so much money? For one thing it's the fact that each one is like a mini sculpture. Since they are hand made and finely detailed, they are unique pieces of art. Like all things that are unique, their value goes up over time. Holding onto a unique piece of history, you can be assured that it's value will steadily increase and it will be in demand by avid collectors all over the world. You'll want to make sure they are kept in good condition. Sealed and protected from the environment so as not to allow damage by humidity.

When you are looking for lures that are collectables, try checking around at meetings where people get together and trade goods that are hard to come by. A good example may be conventions where antique items are traded. This is also a great place to meet others that are avid collectors of hard to find hand made items. You will learn some great tips and techniques on finding very hard to find collectables from experts and pros in the area.

In conclusion, collecting antique fishing lures is a great way to get your hands on a piece of world history. The fact that you'd be dealing with unique pieces of art that no one else anywhere would have, makes these items of great value and in great demand. A good way to get started would be to check local antique dealers and ask questions. But to really get your feet wet, check online resources as well as magazines that not only deal in antiques but also fish and game.