LOST RIVER SPLIT WILLOW LEATHERED CREEL W/ CRADLE HARNESS!

This spectacular split-willow fishing creel features a beautifully crafted cradle-style leather harness. The older basket was carefully refurbished by an Idaho creel maker, who cleaned and stained the willow a rich reddish-burgundy color to enhance its appearance and help protect it from water damage.

The basket was completely re-leathered with extensive russet-brown leather trim, including reinforced corners, decorative vertical straps, a leather-bound lid with fish-entry opening, and a sturdy rear carrying handle. Its distinctive cradle harness wraps securely around the basket, providing both protection and support. The adjustable shoulder strap is fitted with a thick golden fleece pad for added carrying comfort.

All rivets, buckles, straps, hardware, the rear carrying handle, and the shoulder harness are intact and function properly. The creel appears unused since its restoration and remains in mint-like condition.

It measures approximately 15 inches across the bottom, 6 inches deep, and 9 inches high. The upper back edge of the lid measures approximately 10 inches across. It is signed near the rear carrying handle with the “Lost River” logo.