Museum Archive: Acme Little Cleo, 1/3oz White Pearl / Red fishing spoon #3800

Weighing in at 1/3 oz (9.4 g), this specimen features the classic White Pearl / Red finish, a high-contrast pattern that has long been a staple in any serious spoon collection. The lure, identified by product code C100/PRH, remains in unused condition within its original light blue blister packaging, showing a pristine gloss across its distinctive hump-backed metal body. Stamped with the weight and model C-100 directly on the card, this American-made hardware includes a bright silver-finished treble hook secured by a heavy-duty split ring. The paint transition from the deep red tip to the pearlescent white base is sharp and clean, reflecting the quality control of Acme’s domestic production. This specific size is a versatile choice for light-tackle casting, designed with a thick metal profile that adds weight for distance. As noted on the original packaging, the unique shape is engineered to create a wiggling motion when drawn through the water, targeting gamefish through visual curiosity.