"KENT CHAMPION FLOATER/THE KENT FROG" Vintage Lure by Pardee & Samuel H. Friend For Sale

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"KENT CHAMPION FLOATER/THE KENT FROG" Vintage Lure by Pardee & Samuel H. Friend:
$2750.00

**!!!!!ATTENTION SERIOUS COLLECTORS!!!!!**
This vintage "The Kent Champion Floater" frog bait is an IMPOSSIBLY TOUGHlure. The "Kent Frog"is the topwater lure that, at the turn of the century, changed the artificial bait game! I doubt you'll get another chance at one, let alone in this condition, so don't wait and miss the opportunity of perhaps a collector's lifetime. Please see the included photos and video to fully appreciate this c.1908 Pre-Pflueger/TransitionalKent Frog. The buyer of this antique will receive the shown stand/display case along with the listed bait. This Lure will be shipped FAST and INSURED with a "Signature Required" Also, as with any of my items listed, your purchase will be boxed/packaged extremely well with the hooks completely covered and the lure excessively protected! Thanks for checking out all the vintage tackle, baits, plugs, and lures at Folklure-Tacklebox. Also, please save us as a favorite seller. Your business is greatly appreciated!


~You won't find another like this. This Bait will not be offered "On Sale", saleed off or discounted in any way. This is for those who know. The price is firm. Please refer to all the included pictures and video for overall condition. Questions are ALWAYS welcome. Thanks!~


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