Museum Archive: Vintage Herter's Glass Eye Spoon, 1oz Nickel / Red Eyes fishing spoon #3129

Measuring a substantial 3" (7.5cm) in length, this spoon features a classic oval silhouette that was a staple in mid-century catalogs. Two faceted red glass eyes are securely mounted through the nickel-plated body, providing a high-contrast visual element against the polished metal. Stamped clearly on the underside is the "HERTER'S WASECA MINN JAPAN" mark, identifying its origin for the famous Minnesota-based sporting goods giant. This heavy-duty 1oz (25g) specimen, identified by product code 3129, is rigged with twin treble hooks attached by split rings to the front and rear. The nickel plating is remarkably clean, earning a condition rating of 4/5 for its well-preserved luster. It represents the era when Herter's sourced high-quality hardware from overseas to provide affordable gear to the American angler. The heavy weight makes it suitable for long-distance casting or deep-water trolling applications where maintaining depth is essential.