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Helin's Flatfish Vintage Lure Box (Box Only)
$15.00
The Flatfish was invented by Charles Helin of Detroit, Michigan and patented under U.S. Patent No. 2,033,829, cited on this box. Helin founded the Helin Tackle Company to sell it.
This listing is for the box only (no lure included). See Specifications below for dimensions.
Specifications
| Type | Antique / Collectible |
| Overall Length | 4 3/4 in / 12.1 cm (L) x 2 in / 5.1 cm (W) x 1 1/4 in / 3.2 cm (H) |
| Estimated Era | 1930s |
| Model / Pattern | Flatfish (Helin Tackle Co.) |
| Markings / Stamp | Box printed FLATFISH, FOR CASTING OR TROLLING, U.S. Patent No. 2,033,829, with the maker's line-drawing illustration of the lure. |
| Includes | None |
Condition
Box only, no lure included. Visible water damage to the bottom panel, plus general wear consistent with age. Front panel graphic and text remain fully legible.