Museum Archive: Vintage Johnson Silver Minnow, 3/4oz silver fishing spoon #19936
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| Product Code (SKU) | 19936 |
| Brand | Johnson |
| Condition: | Used — |
| Weight | 3/4 oz (21 g) |
| Length | 2 3/4" (7 cm) |
| Color | silver |
| Country of origin | USA |
Stamped directly onto the spoon's underside is the 'Johnson’s Silver Minnow' name alongside a 1946 patent date, a hallmark of these vintage American-made classics. Carrying product code 19936, this specimen is plated in real silver, which offers a broader, whiter flash than standard chrome. At a length of 2 3/4" (7 cm) and a weight of 3/4 oz (21 g), the lure is built from a specialized copper and zinc alloy. The body is forged thicker in the center to maintain a steady rocking motion that keeps the single hook pointed upward, away from snags. A resilient metal weed guard protects the hook point, staying true to Louis Johnson's 1920 vision for conquering weedy waters. This vintage piece is in excellent condition, rated 5/5. The silver plating reflects light primarily downward and to the sides, targeting the specific angles from which predatory fish often approach. While many anglers add a trailer for extra profile, the balanced design ensures the spoon maintains its upright orientation regardless of the added drag.
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