The Garvin brothers established their lure making operation about the time of the great depression. Many of their lure designs were direct knock-offs of the larger, more expensive northern manufacturers, like Heddon, Creek Chub, Pflueger and South Bend. After repeated threats from these lure giants, the Garvin brothers eventually ceased all production around 1938.

Note: The earlier box was thin-walled and had taped corners. The later box was sturdier.