Museum Archive: Vintage Silver Horde / Gold Star Gold Star KF 5H, 3/5oz Rainbow Trout / Silver fishing spoon #1973

Measuring 4" (10 cm) in length, this Gold Star KF 5H spoon features a classic rainbow trout color palette over a polished metal base. Produced in the USA by Silver Horde / Gold Star, a name synonymous with Pacific Northwest salmon trolling history, this particular 3/5oz (16g) specimen carries the product code 1973. The top face displays a vibrant pink lateral stripe transitioning into a bright green back, accented by distinct black spots characteristic of the rainbow trout pattern. With a condition rating of 4/5, the painted surface shows some honest character where the silver substrate is visible through small chips, indicating it has seen some water time while remaining well-preserved. Flipping the lure over reveals a highly reflective silver finish embossed with a subtle hexagonal honeycomb scale pattern designed to catch and throw light. It remains rigged with its original hardware, including sturdy split rings and a single silver-toned treble hook.