Museum Archive: Vintage Johnson Silver Minnow UV, 3/5oz Fire Tiger fishing spoon #17409

Weighing in at 3/5 oz (17 g), this classic weedless spoon features a thick-centered body designed for stability while retrieving through heavy vegetation. Under UV light, the Fire Tiger pattern reveals a highly reactive glow, ensuring the bright yellow and green shades remain visible in low-light conditions. The 2 3/4" (7 cm) spoon is equipped with a sturdy single hook and a traditional metal weed guard to deflect debris and keep the point clear of snags. Produced in the USA, this specimen carries the iconic Silver Minnow stamp on its face and showcases the quality found in earlier manufacturing runs. The paint scheme includes bold black vertical stripes and distinct orange accents along the lower edge for maximum underwater contrast. This lure is cataloged under product code 17409 and maintains a very clean appearance, earning a condition rating of 4/5.