Museum Archive: Vintage Blue Fox Pixee UV, 1/8oz Nickel/Orange UV fishing spoon #17340

Nickel plating over a heavy-gauge brass body provides the foundation for this classic casting spoon. Measuring 1 1/2" (3.5 cm) and weighing 1/8 oz (3.5 g), this compact specimen is built for distance even in coastal winds. The hammered finish reflects light brilliantly, but the standout feature of product code 17340 is the simulated salmon egg insert. This insert utilizes an Orange UV colorway that remains vibrant in daylight and glows intensely under ultraviolet light. This model traces its lineage back to the National Expert Bait designs of the 1960s before Blue Fox became part of the Rapala family, maintaining that same reputation for resisting corrosion in both salt and freshwater. The hardware includes a clean treble hook and sturdy split rings, typical of the quality materials used to ensure these lures last for years of service. It remains in excellent condition, rating a 5/5. The split ring at the line-tie end is designed to work best with a snap swivel to manage line twist during a straight retrieve or when allowed to tumble into river pockets.