Museum Archive: Vintage Other Bayou Special , 3/5oz Nickel fishing spoon #9847

Polished nickel plating provides a high-flash finish on the 3/5 oz (17 g) metal body of this American-made casting spoon. A distinct recessed red channel runs down the center of the blade, providing a bold visual contrast against the reflective silver surface. Identified by product code 9847, the Bayou Special features a stamped nameplate near the line-tie ring, a hallmark of mid-century manufacturing in the USA. Measuring 3 1/4" (8.5 cm) in length, the hardware consists of a large treble hook secured by a heavy split ring. The spoon's surfaces are clean and well-preserved, resulting in a 5/5 condition rating with no significant loss of plating. Its teardrop shape is weighted for casting distance, suited for deep-water presentations where flash and visibility are key for the angler.