Museum Archive: Vintage Johnson Sprite, 3/5oz Copper fishing spoon #5080

Copper surfaces provide a distinctive, warm reflection on this classic casting spoon. At a length of 2 3/4" (7 cm) and a weight of 3/5 oz (17 g), the lure provides a substantial feel for heavy-duty casting applications. The concave side features a crisp stamp of the model name, a hallmark of its original USA manufacturing heritage before production moved to China. Identified by Product Code 5080, the spoon is equipped with a robust treble hook and a reliable split ring for secure connections. Modern collectors often look for this specific American-made stamping due to the consistent metalwork found in these earlier batches. Maintaining a 4/5 condition, the specimen shows a well-preserved surface and clean edges that highlight the quality of the original plating.