Museum Archive: Vintage Gibbs Ruby Eye Wiggler, 1oz Gold / Red Eyes fishing spoon #10856

Measuring 3" (7.5cm) in length, the bright gold-finished body of this pre-1970 Canadian classic remains remarkably clean and lustrous. This Gibbs Ruby Eye Wiggler, bearing product code 10856, weighs a substantial 1oz (25g) and is characterized by two faceted red beads securely wired through the metal to serve as the lure's namesake eyes. The craftsmanship is evident in the clear stampings and the solid hardware, including a top-mounted brass swivel and a sturdy treble hook at the tail. Given its age and the preservation of the reflective gold plating, this specimen is in excellent 5/5 condition. It represents a heavy-duty design intended for casting and trolling in both freshwater and coastal environments, hailing from an era when Gibbs was a cornerstone of Pacific angling traditions.