Museum Archive: Vintage Cabela's 1, 1/16oz Nickel spinning lure #1543

Measuring exactly 2 1/4" (6 cm) in length, this ultra-light inline spinner features a classic Nickel finish on its size 1 blade. Stamped clearly on the metal is the Cabela's branding, identifying this piece as a staple from the renowned American outfitter. Two faceted plastic beads, one in neon yellow and the other in hot pink, are positioned on the wire shaft to provide a distinct visual profile. Weighing 1/16 oz (2 g), the model 1543 is sized for finesse work in small streams or ponds. The construction utilizes a coiled spring as a body weight and spacer, leading to a treble hook that shows very little signs of age. This lure is in 4/5 condition, retaining a bright, clean look across its metallic and plastic components. This US-made spinner represents the straightforward, effective engineering that Cabela's delivered to anglers for decades.