Museum Archive: Vintage Blue Fox Rattlin Pixee , 1oz Rainbow / Fluorescent Orange fishing spoon #1737

Weighing in at a substantial 1oz (25g), this heavy-gauge brass spoon is a classic tool for reaching deep pockets where salmon and steelhead hold. The signature feature of the Blue Fox Rattlin Pixee, identified by product code 1737, is the vibrant fluorescent orange insert designed to simulate a cluster of salmon eggs. This particular specimen measures 2 1/2" (6.5cm) and showcases a reflective Rainbow finish. Historically, before Blue Fox took the helm in the 1980s, these lures were crafted by the National Expert Bait Company (Nebco), and that heavy brass heritage remains evident in the solid construction. The lure is rigged with a robust treble hook and shows light signs of previous use while remaining well-preserved, earning a 4/5 condition rating. Because of its density, the spoon handles strong river currents and casts effectively into coastal winds. When fishing rivers, casting above a pool and letting the brass body tumble toward the bottom allows for a deep presentation. In lake settings, varying the retrieve speed or pumping the rod tip changes how the lure travels through the water column.