Abstract: A fishing lure for use in a body of water has a lure body with hooks attached thereof. An energy storage mechanism is mounted in the body and a line is connected to the energy storage mechanism and extends from the lure body. The energy storage mechansim is operable by engagement of the line. An appendage extends externally of the lure body for movement about a substantially horizontal axis upon operation of said energy storage mechanism. Additionally, the lure contains ballast to properly orient the lure in the water.

Abstract: A fishing lure (20) has a body structure (22) with hooks (24) attached thereto. A windup mechanism (80) includes a spool (58) and a spring (90) operating in conjunction with the spool to store energy therin. Appendages, such as legs or fins (26, 28, 224, 226), extend externally from the body for movement upon operation of the windup mechanism. A shaft (60) extends through the spool and windup mechanism and is rotatively secured to the body. A drive train structure is driven by the spring to provide an oscillating movement to the legs or fins.