Museum Archive: Vintage Johnson Sprite, 3/5oz nickel fishing spoon #22587

Stamped clearly into the metal on the reverse side is the "JOHNSON'S SPRITE" identifier, a classic hallmark of these American-made spoons. This specimen, assigned product code 22587, features a bright nickel finish that remains highly reflective across its 2 3/4" (7 cm) body. At a weight of 3/5 oz (17 g), the spoon has the heft needed for distance casting. The hardware is particularly distinct, featuring a treble hook encased in a red tube with a matching red trailer skirt that provides a sharp visual contrast to the silver-toned metal. Made in the USA, the lure is in excellent shape with a condition rating of 5/5, showing a very well-preserved surface. Heavy-duty split rings are used at both the nose and the tail to secure the hook and line connections.