10/26/2026
Lure of the Week: Kilpon “Open Mouth Frog”
Unique and obscure is this wooden frog-type lure, made by the Green-Wyle Company of Brooklyn, New York. Marketed under the Klipon brand, this ultra rare example is one of only four known to collectors.
Klipon lures are most recognizable by their detachable-hook hardware, which was tagged “S.O.S.” (Snap On Securely) — the concept of which is unlike any standard, fixed-hook design. It allows the user to exchange hooks without the need for tools.
Klipon was active in the 1930s and produced dozens of other wooden body styles. Because no catalogs or advertising have been found, it’s nearly impossible to confirm the true name for the frog lure. The box that houses this example states “Dying Minnow, Diver Wobbler.” But for our purposes, the Open Mouth Frog moniker seems like a better fit.
Thanks to Scott Jedd for sharing his insight and Dan Bedford for that and providing this unusual, eye catching combo. Enjoy!
