Nepag Baits by Don GapenNipigon, Ontario Shown in the picture below is Don Gapen's "Nipigon Bait." It is known as Canada's first ever weight forward spinner. It was called the “Nepag” (Gapen backwards). From this lure, it is suggested that the Paul Bunyon 66, and the modern Lake Erie weight forward spinner arose. The lures were presented as shown, but there were always 2 lures in each box, with a thin piece of cardboard between them. For an extensive account of the Don Gapen legacy, please go to the following link:CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL DON GAPEN STORY
 | Don Gapen's Nipigon Bait
The famous Don Gapen's Nipigon Bait from my collection. I made the mistake of selling the other lure to a fellow collector, so I'm looking to add another one to this box. |  | Don Gapen Muddler Jig Lures An interesting and early Don Gapen Box of selected Muddler Jigs from his early start in Anoka, Minnesota. |  | Don Gapen Muddler Jig LuresEach Muddler Jig Lure in this box has been personally selected for distribution to a specific company. It is an interesting piece that predate his transitional move to Nipigon, Ontario |
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