Museum Archive: Vintage Hopkins Smoothie Glow Jig Lure, 3/4oz Nickel / Red / Glow fishing spoon #10628

Weighing in at 3/4 oz (21 g), this American-made jigging lure is a specialized tool for reaching deep-water columns or casting long distances. The 2 1/4" (6 cm) nickel-plated body features a prominent red insert stamped with the "SMOOTHIE®" name, which provides a high-contrast visual in standard light. In darkness or high-UV environments, this red section glows a vivid green, providing visibility where light penetration is minimal. This specimen, identified by product code 10628, is in 5/5 condition, retaining its high-gloss finish and a bright yellow eye that serves as a focal strike point. The hardware is equally well-preserved, consisting of a clean treble hook attached by a split ring and a wire snap at the nose for quick rigging. Hopkins manufactured these lures in the USA with a focus on durability and simple, effective flash for various jigging and casting applications.