Museum Archive: Hopkins No=Eql, 1/2oz Hammered Nickel fishing spoon #11401
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| Product Code (SKU) | 11401 |
| Brand | Hopkins |
| Condition: | New Old Stock |
| Weight | 1/2 oz (14 g) |
| Length | 2 1/2" (6.5 cm) |
| Color | Hammered Nickel |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Type | Jigging Lure |
A distinctive hammered nickel finish defines this vintage Hopkins No=Eql lure, catching the light with its textured stainless steel surface. At a length of 2 1/2" (6.5 cm) and a weight of 1/2 oz (14 g), the 11401 model is engineered from solid stainless steel to prevent chipping or peeling over time. This specific specimen remains unused and is still attached to its original 'famous HOPKINS' display card, which is in condition 6. Produced by the Hopkins Fishing Lures Co., Inc. in Norfolk, Virginia, the lure features a tinned treble hook and is marked with Patent Nos. 2480380 and 156240-D. The packaging details its versatility for casting, jigging, and trolling for all game fish in both fresh and salt water. The card's reverse side provides technical insights into effective use, recommending varied retrieve speeds and specific depths for jigging near structures like bridges or piers.
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