Museum Archive: Vintage Buck Perry spoonplug, 3/16oz fishing spoon #20533

Tipping the scales at a light 3/16oz (5g), this vintage metal specimen represents the core philosophy of Buck Perry's 'Spoonplugging' system. The 1 3/4" (4.5cm) body features a high-contrast yellow finish accented by dark green shading at the ends and fine black peppering across its surface. This specific model, identified by Product Code 20533, originated in the USA and is a prized find for those who follow the 'science' of structure fishing popularized by Perry himself. The construction utilizes a stamped metal design with a distinct curve meant for precise depth control, a hallmark of the Spoonplugging technique. Attached via a sturdy split ring is a single treble hook that shows some surface wear consistent with its age. Rated 3/5, the paint exhibits some softening and scattered marks from time spent in a tackle box, yet it retains its structural integrity. It includes a front attachment ring for direct line-tie or snap connection.