Museum Archive: Vintage Seneca Flutter Cleo (Hula Girl) , 1/4oz nickel/orange fishing spoon #18974

Half-painted in a vibrant orange over a polished nickel base, this particular specimen captures a transitional era in American tackle history. Measuring 2 1/2" (6.5cm) and weighing 1/4oz (7g), this Seneca Flutter Cleo, identified by product code 18974, is a classic representative of the brand's trolling series. Turning the spoon over reveals the iconic stamped image of the dancing hula girl, a detail that defines the original Seneca Lure Company production before they were acquired by Acme in the early 1980s. While modern versions exist, collectors specifically seek out these 'Hula Girl' variants due to the old angling superstition that the dancer herself brought luck to the line. The spoon is rigged with a large, heavy-duty single hook attached via a split ring, built for the rigors of trolling. Regarding its appearance, the lure is in 5/5 condition, retaining a clean, bright reflection on the nickel side and crisp definition in the dancer stamp. The orange finish is well-preserved, maintaining its original saturation across the face of the metal.