Photo in, value out

Know what your old fishing lures are worth

Found a box of old lures? Inherited grandpa's tackle box? Snap a photo and the AI tells you the maker, model, era and an estimated value backed by live eBay listings.

Download Fishing Lure Identifier on the App Store
✓ Instant identification✓ Live eBay comps✓ Collection tracker
Fishing Lure Identifier app identifying a 1930s Heddon Torpedo and showing its value

From tackle box to price tag in seconds

No forums, no guesswork, no digging through old catalogs.

1

Snap a photo

Take a picture of the lure or choose one from your library. One clear side-on shot is enough.

2

AI identifies it

Maker, model, type, material and era, recognized from the body shape, eyes, hardware and paint.

3

See the value

An estimated range plus live eBay listings for the same lure, so you see what it actually sells for.

A full report, not just a name

Every identification includes the maker and model, the era, the lure type and material, a condition read, and an estimated value based on what the same lure is listed for on eBay right now.

  • Maker, model, type, material and era
  • Estimated value from live eBay listings
  • Vintage badge for pre-1960s lures
  • Tip: the original cardboard box makes a lure worth 3-4x more
Sample result

Vintage · 1930s

Heddon Torpedo

$11 – $26

Based on 19 live eBay listings

MakerHeddon
ModelTorpedo
TypeTopwater
MaterialWood
📦 With the original cardboard box, value can be 3-4x higher.

Old fishing lures that are worth real money

From five-figure grails to lures you might actually find in an inherited tackle box.

LureMakerEraTypical value
Giant Copper Haskell MinnowRiley Haskell1859$50,000 – $100,000+
Flying HelgramiteHarry Comstock1883$10,000 – $30,000
Dowagiac Underwater ExpertHeddon1902-1905$800 – $3,000+
Truck-OrenoSouth Bend1938$500 – $2,500
Fintail ShinerCreek Chub1920s$200 – $800
Gar MinnowCreek Chub1920s$150 – $600

The four brands every tackle box hides

History, key models and value tables for the classic American makers.

Built for collectors, thrifters and curious anglers

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Found an old lure? Get an answer in seconds

Snap a photo and the app identifies the maker, model, era and material, then shows an estimated value backed by live eBay listings.

Download Fishing Lure Identifier on the App Store

Frequently asked questions

How does Fishing Lure Identifier work?+

Take a photo of the lure or pick one from your library. The AI identifies the maker, model, type, material and era, then shows an estimated value together with live eBay listings for the same lure.

Are the values real?+

Estimates are based on current market listings and shown next to live eBay comps, so you can see what the same lure actually sells for right now. They are guidance, not a formal appraisal.

Does it recognize old and antique lures?+

Yes, that's what it's built for. It recognizes classic makers like Heddon, Creek Chub, South Bend and Pflueger, along with modern lures, and estimates the era from the body, eyes and hardware.

Can I keep track of my collection?+

Every find can be saved to your in-app collection with its photo and value, and the app tracks the total estimated worth of everything you've scanned.

Is the app free?+

The app is free to download with a 3-day free trial of Pro. Pro unlocks unlimited identifications with weekly or yearly plans.