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W.J. Jamison No. 1 Coaxer Vintage Lure Box (Box Only)
$65.00
W.J. Jamison Company of Chicago made this box for their No. 1 Coaxer, patented January 3, 1905 and cited on this box, a weedless surface bait with a white body and red felt wings, designed to ride right-side up through weeds and lily pads without snagging its exposed hook.
This listing is for the box only (no lure included). Shows honest age, with the structure and corners still intact.
Specifications
| Type | Antique / Collectible |
| Overall Length | 3 3/4 in / 9.5 cm (L) x 2 in / 5.1 cm (W) x 1 1/4 in / 3.2 cm (H) |
| Estimated Era | 1900s |
| Model / Pattern | No. 1 Coaxer (W.J. Jamison Co.) |
| Markings / Stamp | Box printed 'A weedless surface bait with an open hook. The only properly constructed and most attractive bait made.' No. 1 COAXER, with descriptive text and 'Manufactured only by W.J. JAMISON,' citing Patented Jan. 3, 1905. |
| Includes | None |
Condition
Box only, no lure included. Shows overall age-toning; one end panel displays pinkish discoloration, likely from dye migration or storage contact staining. No tears observed; corners and structure intact.