Museum Archive: Vintage Gibbs Sports North, 1 1/4oz fishing spoon #16388

Measuring 3 1/2" (9 cm) in length, this Gibbs Sports North spoon is a heavy-gauge example of high-latitude fishing hardware. The front face showcases a reflective silver finish with a subtle honeycomb scale texture, punctuated by a prominent red and black eye at the top and a distinct red flash at the base. Stamped clearly near the hook is the 'Sports North' logo alongside 'Whitehorse, YT', a nod to its regional Yukonian heritage. With a weight of 1 1/4 oz (35 g), the solid metal body provides significant heft for reaching depth during trolling or casting sessions. The reverse side carries the classic Gibbs hallmark and size stamping directly into the polished metal surface. A large, single hook and a sturdy barrel swivel are secured with heavy-duty split rings, built to handle the pressure of large salmon or lake trout. Rated 5/5 for condition, the specimen maintains a vibrant luster and clean graphics across the entire plate. Collectors will recognize this as product code 16388, a robust piece of North American tackle history.