Museum Archive: Vintage Acme Little Cleo, 1 1/4oz Nickel fishing spoon #17218
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| Product Code (SKU) | 17218 |
| Brand | Acme |
| Condition: | Used — |
| Weight | 1 1/4 oz (35 g) |
| Length | 3 1/4" (8 cm) |
| Color | Nickel |
| Country of origin | USA |
Stamped clearly into the concave back of this solid metal spoon are the iconic words "LITTLE CLEO," identifying it as a quintessential piece of American angling history from Acme. Weighing in at a substantial 1 1/4 oz (35g), this 3 1/4" (8cm) lure (Product Code 17218) is finished in a bright, classic Nickel that provides a high-flash surface suitable for various water conditions. The heavy-duty construction is paired with a large, silver-toned treble hook attached via a sturdy split ring at the rear. This specific specimen remains in excellent 5/5 condition, showing the pristine mirror-like finish typical of a well-preserved collector's item. Made in the USA, the thick metal body and teardrop profile were designed for long-distance casting into deep or fast-moving water where lighter spoons might struggle to reach. A single attachment hole is located at the tapered nose, ready for a snap or direct tie, maintaining the clean lines of the original Acme design.
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