Museum Archive: Vintage Acme Little Cleo (1980s), 1/3oz Fire tiger fishing spoon #20913

Fire tiger paint wraps the convex side of this 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) spoon, showcasing a vibrant gradient from neon green to warm orange with black vertical notches. This specific specimen, identified by product code 20913, is a significant find for collectors as a transitional model from the 1980s, manufactured shortly after Acme acquired the Little Cleo line. The reverse side features a polished gold-tone finish deeply stamped with "LITTLE CLEO", "ACME LURES", and the 1/3 oz (9 g) weight designation. These stampings provide a direct link to the brand's production shift in the USA during that era. In terms of condition, this lure is rated 5/5, showing a well-preserved painted surface and bright, clean metal on the interior. The hardware includes a original bronzed treble hook attached via a single sturdy split ring. A second mounting hole is clean and ready for a leader attachment at the narrow end of the teardrop shape.