Museum Archive: Vintage Hopkins Shorty 45, 1/2oz Hammered Gold fishing spoon #10047

Hammered gold plating covers the thick metal body of this Hopkins Shorty 45, a classic design that has remained a staple for vertical jigging and casting in both salt and freshwater. Weighing in at 1/2 oz (14 g), the lure's dense construction allows for significant distance when casting from the shore or a boat. This specimen measures 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) and features a dimpled surface designed to reflect light in multiple directions. A single prominent red eye is positioned near the base, just above the silver-toned treble hook secured by a heavy-duty split ring. This American-made lure carries the product code 10047 and maintains a clean 5/5 condition rating. The top of the spoon includes a pre-drilled hole for direct line attachment or adding a split ring for rigging flexibility.