Museum Archive: Vintage Johnson Sprite, 1/2oz Nickel fishing spoon #4648

Stamped clearly into the polished nickel plating, the "JOHNSON'S SPRITE" branding marks this particular spoon as a genuine piece of American-made tackle history. Measuring 2 3/4" (7 cm) and weighing in at 1/2 oz (14 g), this model reflects a time when Johnson production was still based in the USA. The mirror-like nickel finish is paired with a characteristic red plastic flipper at the tail, a detail designed to provide visual contrast alongside the flash of the metal body. The hardware includes a sturdy treble hook dressed in bright orange tubing, which remains in excellent shape. Labeled under product code 4648, the lure maintains a 5/5 condition, showing a remarkably clean and reflective surface. This specimen's construction is a testament to the durable plating techniques used by the manufacturer before production shifted overseas.