Museum Archive: Vintage Williams Lake Clear Wabbler LCW1, 2/5oz fishing spoon #19200

A weight of 2/5 oz (11 g) makes this size #1 spoon a versatile choice for anglers targeting lake trout or landlocked salmon at various depths. The silver-finished body is adorned with gold speckles, reflecting light in a way that replicates forage fish. On the concave side, the stamp clearly identifies it as a Lake Clear Wabbler from Gilbertsville, N.Y., an area synonymous with this lure's 100-year history since H. Robare first fashioned one from a car headlight. Measuring 3 1/4" (8 cm), the lure features the traditional leaf shape that Williams has preserved to ensure the specific performance required for trolling with a 12 to 18-inch (30 to 45 cm) leader. This specimen, identified by product code 19200, is in 4/5 condition, exhibiting some surface wear that is quite typical for a well-maintained tool of its era. Both the front and rear split rings remain sturdy and ready for rigging.