Museum Archive: Luhr Jensen Hus-lure UV, 1/8oz Chartreuse / Silver fishing spoon #12040

Chartreuse edges frame a holographic, checkerboard-patterned silver center on this 1 1/2" (4 cm) spoon. Produced in Hood River, Oregon, by Luhr Jensen, this Hus-lure UV (Product Code: 12040) represents a classic American design optimized for stream fishing. The narrow profile of the 1/8 oz (4 g) body is purpose-built to slice through surface currents, allowing it to reach deeper pockets where larger fish often hold. Under ultraviolet light, the finish reveals a vibrant green glow, a feature that significantly enhances visibility in stained or deep water. Finding one of these in its original vintage packaging is a treat; this specific item is unused. While the compact shape lends itself well to casting, the intended technique involves letting the current provide the life or adding rod-tip twitches to create forward-darting and backward-fluttering motions. It is equipped with a classic treble hook at the trailing end.