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Fishing lures aren’t just tackle box staples — they can be prized collectibles that command impressive prizes. But before you fall hook, line, and sinker, it’s important to know what makes a lure ...

A few weeks ago, I met Vinson Bowers at The Mill Pond in Whiteville. The objective was fishing from a wooden boat in waters where he spent much of his childhood. Bowers' father, Lawrence Bowers, built ...

Colorful fishing lures seem to be baiting the hooks of collectors. The bright eyes and colors add to the appeal, as does the sentimental value that many collectors can connect to their pastime of ...

Learn how to identify valuable antique and vintage fishing lures, from Heddon and Pflueger classics to the rare Haskell Minnow. Discover why lure boxes matter, what collectors look for, and how to buy ...

Old time fishing lures like your grandfather used to make are John Wilkinson’s specialty. Wilkinson, who lives in Washington, Ill., crafts the wooden lures that will be among the many items for sale ...