Museum Archive: Hopkins Hammered Spoon , 1/4oz Hammered Nickel fishing spoon #10618

Textured with a distinctive Hammered Nickel finish, this classic piece reflects light across its forged solid stainless steel body. R.L. Hopkins began crafting these in 1949 to solve the need for a long-casting lure that could handle the corrosive environments of saltwater fishing while resisting wear. The construction features a genuine Mustad treble hook secured by a stainless steel split ring, ensuring durability when targeting larger species. Finding a Hopkins Hammered Spoon (Product Code: 10618) in unused condition is a highlight for any collector, particularly since it remains attached to its original instructional backing card. This specimen measures 2 1/4" (6cm) in length and weighs in at 1/4oz (7g). As noted on the vintage packaging, the design is suitable for casting, jigging, or ice fishing, intended to flutter toward the bottom or be worked at various depths. These lures remain proud examples of USA manufacturing.