Vintage Hot Shot Fishing Lure

By A Mystery Man Writer

This lure is labeled “HOT SHOT” followed by what looks like XX 3? It measures about 2 1/4”.

Jensen Fishing Lures

Before back-trolling in rivers became an official technique, it was called Hot Shotting for the revolutionary lure that would forever alter steelhead fishing. With its compact body, deep-diving bill and quick, wide and aggressive action, the Hot Shot has become a staple of steelhead, trout and salmon anglers alike. Primarily backtrolled for river steelhead and salmon, the smaller sizes are outstanding as trolling lures in lakes or drift-fished lures in streams for trout.