Museum Archive: Vintage Acme Little Cleo, 1/3oz Nickel / Trout fishing spoon #12085

Weighing exactly 1/3 oz (9 g), this transitional specimen represents a pivotal moment in tackle history, bearing the 'WCL LURE' stamp from the original Wigly Lure Company alongside the Little Cleo branding. The Nickel / Trout finish is expertly applied, featuring a soft pink gradient on one flank and a muted olive-yellow on the other, all centered by a bright nickel core and six distinct black dots. Measuring 1 3/4" (4.5 cm), the spoon’s teardrop geometry is a hallmark of the early USA-made Acme production runs. It retains its original hardware, including a clean treble hook and split ring assembly associated with product code 12085. This lure is in wonderful condition, rated 5/5, with the stamped silver-toned back and the painted face remaining clear and well-preserved.