Awesome Gimmick Fishing Lures from the 70s & 80s from Retro Bassin'

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  • Today we are looking at awesome gimmick fishing lures from the 70s and 80s. These lures were sent to the show from Retro Bassin'. His youtube channel specializes in vintage fishing gear from the golden age of bass fishing. The lures in this episode are mostly gimmick lures, which I love. Seeing silly lures like these make it to market is both a happy moment, and a sad one too. Some people will do anything to make a dollar. I am not sure which I enjoy more, actually owning these awesome lures, or the nostalgic feeling I get when I look at them. #gimmick #fishing
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 211

  • @RetroBassin
    @RetroBassin 3 роки тому +28

    It’s the time of year to share Retro gear! Keep it realistic and fish it old school, good buddy!

    • @RealisticFishing
      @RealisticFishing  3 роки тому +4

      Thanks again and Merry Christmas! 10-4

    • @Fisherman_83
      @Fisherman_83 3 роки тому +1

      I do love the old school lures, but love the new Rods and reels to cast them with

    • @scottphillips8710
      @scottphillips8710 3 роки тому

      @@RealisticFishing BBC VF cc

    • @RetroBassin
      @RetroBassin 3 роки тому

      @@Fisherman_83 I get it!

  • @MikesFishingHome
    @MikesFishingHome 3 роки тому +4

    Awesome. Nothing like retro, including lures 😎 Born in 75, I recall some of these as a youth.

  • @its_not_me999
    @its_not_me999 3 роки тому +6

    The only one I remember is the helicopter lure. I'd be interested in seeing your entire vintage lure collection.

  • @upacreekfishin
    @upacreekfishin 3 роки тому +2

    Oh man. Where is the Flying Lure. I still have some. Also, I just tossed my old Powebait crank a few months ago.

  • @623bayouboy
    @623bayouboy 3 роки тому +1

    that bass buster beetle spin is a very good lure iv'e caught a lot of panfish and bass on those when i was a kid

  • @stevebrockway4738
    @stevebrockway4738 3 роки тому +2

    This video was great! I bet that a road trip to fish with Retro Bassin' would blow up you tube. Especially if you both fished vintage lures. Thanks for all the entertainment and education you have and will provide.

  • @Fisherman_83
    @Fisherman_83 3 роки тому +4

    What a cool unboxing. Retro Bassin has a lot of treasures

  • @pedrotender
    @pedrotender 3 роки тому +2

    Those retro lures look fun. Some goofy ones but all interesting. Glad to see all you memories popup.
    KIR

  • @backlashfisherman
    @backlashfisherman 3 роки тому +4

    These are some crazy old lures awesome package sir. Keep it realistic sir.

    • @RealisticFishing
      @RealisticFishing  3 роки тому +2

      I think the packaging is Rad as well!

    • @backlashfisherman
      @backlashfisherman 3 роки тому +1

      @@RealisticFishing yes they definitely don't make things the way they use too...I loved the wrestling book also....and thank you for the support Merry Christmas and hope you have a blessed holiday sir.

  • @donaldsettle990
    @donaldsettle990 3 роки тому +2

    wow what a walk down memory lane

  • @zombiebong6
    @zombiebong6 3 роки тому +3

    Those were some awesome looking lures. Fishing has really slowed down for me, but I still get out when I can, there's nothing more realistic than losing sensation in all your extremities.

  • @MarkMeadows90
    @MarkMeadows90 3 роки тому +4

    I don't remember some of those lures as a kid growing up in the 90s. I'm sure my uncle would remember most of those you showed. What I remember were those silly looking swimbaits that mimicked real fish. I always thought they were so cool looking when I was growing up. I always wanted a set, but never got around to receiving any.

  • @barrycarlisle765
    @barrycarlisle765 3 роки тому +3

    Brings back memories of the 70's. I probably fished with most of those.

  • @jacobtienor7836
    @jacobtienor7836 3 роки тому +1

    One of my favorite local sporting goods shops is closing after over 40 years so I thought of these videos when shopping and bought some classics.

  • @tonymcbroom5252
    @tonymcbroom5252 3 роки тому +1

    That was awesome! I was a proud owner of a Popiel Pocket Fisherman in the 70's and lost is somewhere in the 80's when my parents moved to Alabama. Great video Alex and an awesome display of gimmick and retro lures from RetroBassin. The hat looked great by the way! Keep you line tight and outlook REALISTIC!

  • @jpgtr84
    @jpgtr84 3 роки тому +2

    I remember many of these from old TV commercials and going to the sporting goods store. It was cool to reminisce with you. Merry Christmas, dude!

  • @punkrockfishingfreak3901
    @punkrockfishingfreak3901 3 роки тому +2

    Yes thanks retro bassin, those baits take me back to my childhood and thanks Alex for keeping up the great content.

  • @arthurogle9596
    @arthurogle9596 3 роки тому +4

    Great show Alex enjoy looking at the old lures keep it realistic my friend

  • @phillipriley5892
    @phillipriley5892 3 роки тому +2

    Awesome collection, I remember some of those from childhood.

  • @benruegge9100
    @benruegge9100 3 роки тому +3

    That was actually a good video I don't know why it wasn't more popular I know I watched it as soon as you mentioned it maybe I should comment on more videos merry Christmas Alex
    Keep it realistic

  • @CasualGirlAdventures
    @CasualGirlAdventures 3 роки тому +2

    Awesome retro fishing lures and more. congrats to the winner.

  • @busteroaks402
    @busteroaks402 3 роки тому +2

    Wow, those definitely were some interesting baits to say the least! I honestly don’t think that I have ever seen anything like them. Very cool to see, thanks Alex, and thanks Retro Fishing. KIR!

  • @raulrobles3762
    @raulrobles3762 3 роки тому +3

    Awesome retro lures!

  • @scottlinker1886
    @scottlinker1886 3 роки тому +2

    I remember buying beetle spins in those packages as a kid. Definitely nostalgic. Keep it realistic!

  • @tedbastwock3810
    @tedbastwock3810 3 роки тому +2

    Wow, Retro Bassin has a lot of knowledge about those lures ... e.g. the guy who patented the fiber weed guards ... pretty impressive. Thanks to both of you for sharing!

  • @caroferg8857
    @caroferg8857 3 роки тому +4

    Found a neat tackle store thanks to Retro Bassin and picked up some fun stuff :).
    Merry Christmas Alex to you and your’s and thanks for keeping it realistic for the rest of us!
    Congrats to Christopher! KIR y’all!

  • @tylermoncrief5220
    @tylermoncrief5220 3 роки тому +2

    Big fan of both channels. Always entertaining content and as someone who grew up fishing in the 80’s, those old lures bring back a lot of memories. Keep it Retro-listic!

  • @clemmc37
    @clemmc37 3 роки тому +3

    love the video, brought back a lot of memories.

  • @nashguy207
    @nashguy207 3 роки тому +1

    Retro Bassin you sent in some cool old lurers. Alex Merry Christmas to you and yours!!

  • @ethanhead2481
    @ethanhead2481 3 роки тому +2

    Great Video. I loved seeing these designs

  • @rossbowman202
    @rossbowman202 3 роки тому +6

    Congratulations Christopher. That hybrid berkeley power bait, I had one as a kid. So many memories fishing with it. A good assortment. Thank you Retro Fishing. Merry Christmas Alex and family. Merry Christmas Realistic Fishing Family. KIR

    • @bryanvan1929
      @bryanvan1929 3 роки тому

      I still have a pack of the flying lures

  • @alrightangler
    @alrightangler 3 роки тому +2

    Wow some of those lures are crazy looking. I think I still have a box of flying lures in my mums attic in Wales, UK. My grandmother bought them for me from the shopping channel when I was a kid. Tried catching pike with them but was never successful. Fun though!

  • @lehmusic2675
    @lehmusic2675 3 роки тому +2

    The intro..I had one of those pocket set ups! Was my grandpas

    • @RealisticFishing
      @RealisticFishing  3 роки тому +2

      Ever catch anything on it?

    • @lehmusic2675
      @lehmusic2675 3 роки тому

      @@RealisticFishing we would go on camping trips and I would find small ponds and catch lots of panfish! Would love to have one again. Keep it in the kayak

  • @mikesawyer6742
    @mikesawyer6742 3 роки тому +1

    That’s a cool box of retro lures good stuff. Thanks merry Christmas to all and be safe!!

  • @daviddecker822
    @daviddecker822 3 роки тому +3

    That was a nice catch of lures man hope you enjoy Merry Christmas!!!!!!

  • @fourwood8451
    @fourwood8451 3 роки тому +2

    Epic vid of weird retro baits! Have a great Christmas Alex!

  • @giefaankim
    @giefaankim 3 роки тому +2

    ah man sweet vid~ love the retro unboxin'

  • @leannesmith3660
    @leannesmith3660 3 роки тому +2

    Those were some wild lures! Merry Christmas 🎄 Alex!

  • @sweetboysoutdoors
    @sweetboysoutdoors 3 роки тому +3

    Cool video. I have a bunch of old lures I was given I should go through them. Awesome video 🤙

    • @RealisticFishing
      @RealisticFishing  3 роки тому +2

      Looking at old lures is so fun!

    • @sweetboysoutdoors
      @sweetboysoutdoors 3 роки тому

      @@RealisticFishing I’m always going through them too. Man, if those lures could talk😆

  • @fishingwithvance
    @fishingwithvance 3 роки тому +1

    This is a heck of a haul of retro stuff. Can't beat the local deer hair. The wind chime worm noise has me locked into Realistic Fishing.

  • @j.j.savalle4714
    @j.j.savalle4714 3 роки тому +2

    Gimmicks or classics.... lol how many of us bought and failed with those...oh my. brings back the cringe memories. Very realistic! Have a great Xmas !

  • @justincostner5641
    @justincostner5641 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome retro gimmicks!! It’s definitely Fishmas!!

  • @joycedimaggio3816
    @joycedimaggio3816 3 роки тому +2

    The peanut caught my attention. Bet it would work. Alex, Merry Christmas and thank you for doing giveaways!!

  • @carltonphelps8088
    @carltonphelps8088 3 роки тому +2

    Always fun to see fishing stuff that I may have fished with. Merry Christmas to you and yours.

  • @lurelovepodcast3065
    @lurelovepodcast3065 3 роки тому +3

    Keep it realistic and retro!

  • @AlbertoLopezR79
    @AlbertoLopezR79 3 роки тому +1

    Merry Christmas..! 🎅🏼
    Congratulations..! 🎄

  • @egschreib4795
    @egschreib4795 3 роки тому +3

    Will have to start commenting more! Love the show.

  • @dannypowers2487
    @dannypowers2487 3 роки тому +2

    Great stuff...was just at Bass Pro today

  • @PondPredatorNation
    @PondPredatorNation 3 роки тому +2

    Love seeing those retro lures. Great episode Alex. Keep up the great content

  • @robertminnis417
    @robertminnis417 3 роки тому +1

    That took me back. Awesome video Alex. Merry Christmas Anda Happy new year...

  • @geraldjohnson674
    @geraldjohnson674 3 роки тому +1

    Super cool retro lures

  • @j.t.cooper2963
    @j.t.cooper2963 3 роки тому +4

    👍🏻😎🍻 Old school rules!!

  • @paulmeade3180
    @paulmeade3180 3 роки тому +1

    Congrats on the win!!

  • @ronaldyeater3322
    @ronaldyeater3322 3 роки тому +3

    Sup Alex. Nice box, some never saw before, some make me feel old and still use a beetle spin lol. Nice hat looks great, and had that wrestling book lol. Congrats chris. Ty for being realistic and merry xmas🖖.

  • @sethjohnsonoutdoors4055
    @sethjohnsonoutdoors4055 3 роки тому +1

    Lol 😆 🤣 love 💘 the shirt!! Those retro lures and unboxing of em was so cool 😎

  • @chrismacdougall7079
    @chrismacdougall7079 3 роки тому +1

    Great unboxing with great retro swag from Retro Bassie. Thanks for pile of lures, Alex! Channel is great and you’re a good guy. Merry Christmas! KIR

  • @warnerww83
    @warnerww83 3 роки тому +1

    Loved the walk down memory lane! Thanks for the video

  • @redbeard6606
    @redbeard6606 3 роки тому +2

    Number 8, looked like the guy was holding a Billy Bass.

  • @TheTravelingFisherman
    @TheTravelingFisherman 3 роки тому +3

    Awesome old school lures! That's killer man! Keep it realistic!

  • @larmiisoren2568
    @larmiisoren2568 3 роки тому +1

    Ahh, love that old steez haha Retro anything is pure awesomeness

  • @paulmeade3180
    @paulmeade3180 3 роки тому +1

    On lake Sinclair for Christmas!!!!

  • @joebuck66
    @joebuck66 3 роки тому

    Nice retro haul there, I remember some of these and some I don’t. Congratulations to the winner of the great lures. Great unboxing Alex.

  • @jk_wrangler13
    @jk_wrangler13 3 роки тому +1

    Congrats to the winner.. Merry Christmas realistic fishing hope you have a good one

  • @paulport814
    @paulport814 3 роки тому

    That prismatic spinner worm is awesome. There is a company that sells those spinners for walleye bottom bouncing now. Neat old school gimmick lures. Love to see them.

  • @alfredbenoit3796
    @alfredbenoit3796 3 роки тому +1

    watch all your posts but don't always comment. This is a great batch of oldies. have a few of my own from when I used to fish with my Dad. Always good for a few laughs. enjoy.

  • @derrickbrown180
    @derrickbrown180 3 роки тому +1

    Nice bunch of old lures. Merry Christmas and thanks for keeping it realistic!!!

  • @hellgrammite3602
    @hellgrammite3602 3 роки тому +1

    I remember the first vol of that wrestling book from elementary school. Never seen the 2nd one so kudos to you for the lucky gift. Have a Merry Christmas brother.

  • @dnacash
    @dnacash 3 роки тому

    Awesome collection of retro lures. I think I read that wrestling book too! Cool to see the championship belt on display and thanks again Alex!

  • @davidkaufman7979
    @davidkaufman7979 3 роки тому +1

    Love the old school beetle spin packaging 👍

  • @45ColtCowboy
    @45ColtCowboy 3 роки тому +1

    I so love old lures and gear. I watch and am subscribed to your channel, of course. I also watch and am subscribed to RetroBassin. I love both of your channels. Keep it Realistic.... and retro!
    P.S. I caught so many bass on a super frog when I was a kid. It was so great.

    • @RealisticFishing
      @RealisticFishing  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks 45! Glad to hear the frog worked, I might have to try it

  • @technoraptor7778
    @technoraptor7778 3 роки тому +2

    Where do you get these shirts...I want one

  • @ryanraddin9568
    @ryanraddin9568 3 роки тому +3

    Keep up the good stuff!!

  • @marslivin8711
    @marslivin8711 3 роки тому +3

    Loved the video man!

  • @rayhall3010
    @rayhall3010 3 роки тому +1

    Alex that is the coolest box you have ever open ,I watch retro bassin , thank you for the give aways , merry Christmas ,

  • @rykdean2752
    @rykdean2752 3 роки тому +1

    Those were great! Thanks for another fun video.

  • @FarkyDave
    @FarkyDave 3 роки тому +2

    Fun video! Merry Christmas!

  • @smithmichaels
    @smithmichaels 3 роки тому

    very cool stuff. I remember some of those retro lures

  • @williammccreary5562
    @williammccreary5562 3 роки тому +2

    Merry Christmas

  • @jasondavidson9744
    @jasondavidson9744 3 роки тому

    I've actually fished with that Berkley soft/hard crankbait and the helicopter lure. Never caught anything on either, but thanks for bring back memories.

  • @JeffGeraldFishing
    @JeffGeraldFishing 3 роки тому

    Great video Alex, that was awesome of retro bassin to send those baits into the show. Hope everyone has a Merry Christmas

  • @EllandrillNcrbane
    @EllandrillNcrbane 3 роки тому +2

    Neat stuff.

  • @teamflanneloutdoors5631
    @teamflanneloutdoors5631 Місяць тому

    When I was in my youth (it's been a minute...) my GranDad would always ask "what were you using Son?, to which I'd reply some new bait of that time period 80's-90's. He would always answer "you should fish this or that classic old school lure, if it fooled big bass 50 years ago it'll fool big bass today".
    Thanks GranDad🎯

  • @djtexicano
    @djtexicano 3 роки тому +1

    Dang that brought back some great memories! Thanks!

  • @lupiaan2021
    @lupiaan2021 3 роки тому +1

    Very interesting christmas unboxing!! Thanks for the giveaways, as always!

  • @johnbonetsky6552
    @johnbonetsky6552 3 роки тому

    Love these kinds of episodes!!!

  • @gregreed1044
    @gregreed1044 3 роки тому +1

    Among the greatest gifts I have ever witnessed since childhood 🎅 definitely REALISTIC ! Love the dude that goes DAMN, love it each time. Merry Christmas, …,damn.

  • @swoodhaus
    @swoodhaus 3 роки тому

    Good theme for your channel! Retro realistic!

  • @TrevorShadden22
    @TrevorShadden22 3 роки тому +2

    Love the shirt !! Where did you find it sir?

    • @RealisticFishing
      @RealisticFishing  3 роки тому +1

      Someone sent it in to the show a few years ago 👍

  • @Personalinfo404
    @Personalinfo404 3 роки тому +3

    Banjo minnow in the 90's

  • @q_roman7210
    @q_roman7210 3 роки тому +2

    Hey realistic was that you at nice mill dam on Saturday? Great video

  • @davidrauschenbach6871
    @davidrauschenbach6871 3 роки тому

    Alright Christopher! Nice bundle to win! Have a safe and great Christmas everyone

  • @TheJuggaloFishingPosse
    @TheJuggaloFishingPosse 3 роки тому

    Def had the copter lures. All still in the heavy weeds of lake Hartwell lol. That's an awesome box of goodies bro. Never even heard of alot of those. And cool book too. Some classic workers listed on there, like good ole captain Lou lol. Please tell me you've seen him in that old super Mario brother super show back in the day. Hilarious lol

  • @hookedonbassncats
    @hookedonbassncats 3 роки тому +1

    Happy holidays realistic fishing. KIR

  • @rickbursell7204
    @rickbursell7204 3 роки тому +1

    Can almost smell the popcorn maker from the deli in my Kmart sportsgoods isle growing up

    • @RealisticFishing
      @RealisticFishing  3 роки тому

      That sounds awesome. I never really got to eat Kmart concessions, but I wanted to!

  • @TheVideosILike1
    @TheVideosILike1 3 роки тому

    Very nice stuff from Retro. I have several of my grandfather's torpedo lures. Beat to shit but with new trebles and some luck, who knows I might get lucky. Thanks Alex.

  • @johndeno1071
    @johndeno1071 3 роки тому

    Brought back a lot of memories.

  • @todorstoyanov786
    @todorstoyanov786 3 роки тому

    Cheers, mate! Wacky lures:) Merry Christmas! Keep on! NO commercial sh#t, just fishing!

  • @chriskimberlin5191
    @chriskimberlin5191 3 роки тому +1

    I remember a frog lure that the water would complete the circuit and it would make noises

  • @marcusbrinda9879
    @marcusbrinda9879 3 роки тому

    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, Alex!!!

  • @VinnyBagODoughnuts
    @VinnyBagODoughnuts 3 роки тому +1

    Man, that's so cool!