Museum Archive: Vintage Hopkins Shorty 45 Jig Lure, 1/2oz Hammered Gold fishing spoon #10696

Hammered Gold plating provides a high-flash surface on this solid metal body, which bears the distinctive 'HOPKINS SHORTY 45' stamp. Weighing in at 1/2 oz (14 g) and measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) in length, this USA-made jigging lure remains a staple for anglers targeting deep-water species. The dimpled texture is engineered to reflect light in multiple directions. A sturdy silver treble hook is secured by a heavy-duty split ring at the rear, while the forward end features a clean line-tie hole. This specimen, identified by product code 10696, shows an exceptionally bright finish and earns a 5/5 rating for its well-preserved condition.