Museum Archive: Vintage Gibbs One Eye Wiggler, 3/5oz Nickel / Red fishing spoon #5415

A prominent red glass bead serves as the "one eye" focal point on this vintage spoon, securely fastened near the top of the nickel-plated body. Measuring 3" (7.5 cm) in length and weighing 3/5 oz (16 g), this Gibbs One Eye Wiggler represents a significant era of USA-made fishing tackle produced before 1970. The metal surface features the original Nickel / Red color scheme, with the manufacturer's identification and model name stamped directly onto the concave interior. This specific specimen, cataloged as Product Code 5415, arrives with its original hardware intact, including a barrel swivel and a sharp treble hook. The finish remains bright and the glass eye is firmly seated, earning this piece a condition rating of 4/5 for its well-preserved state. Collector interest often centers on the unique "one eye" construction which differentiates it from standard spoons of the same period. The thick-gauge metal and robust split rings indicate a design built for casting or trolling.