Museum Archive: Vintage Acme Little Cleo, 3/4oz Nickel fishing spoon #9416

Nickel plating provides a bright, reflective finish on this Acme spoon, making it a high-visibility choice for anglers targeting salmon, trout, or pike. Measuring 2 1/2" (6.5cm) and weighing in at 3/4oz (21g), the lure features a distinct hump-backed shape designed for stability and distance during long casts. This specific specimen, cataloged under product code 9416, bears the clear stamped markings "LITTLE CLEO" and its weight on the inner face, alongside the brand's signature logo. Manufactured in the USA, the metal body remains in 5/5 condition, showing a clean, lustrous surface from the line-tie hole to the rear split ring. The hardware consists of a sturdy treble hook attached via a single split ring, maintaining its original factory configuration. Collectors will find the crispness of the branding and the well-preserved edges of the plating to be representative of Acme's production standards.