Museum Archive: Vintage Acme Dervish, 3/16oz Nickel fishing spoon #1043

Weighing in at 3/16 oz (6 g), this vintage find from the USA reflects a piece of history from Acme's discontinued archives. The Dervish, designated by Product Code 1043, measures 2" (5 cm) and is finished in a bright, clean Nickel that remains highly reflective. This specimen is in 5/5 condition, appearing well-preserved with a clearly defined manufacturer stamp on the back of the metal body. The construction features a simple, effective design with a single hole at the head for line attachment and a split ring at the tail holding a sharp treble hook. Originally intended for casting and light trolling, these lures have become increasingly difficult for collectors to source since production ceased.