Museum Archive: Acme Kastmaster , 3/8oz Gold fishing spoon #2850

Weighing in at exactly 3/8oz (10.5g), this Acme Kastmaster retains its original factory shine while remaining secured inside its vintage carded packaging. This specific feathered variant, cataloged under product code 2850, distinguishes itself from the standard metal slab with a yellow dressed treble hook. The 2" (5.2cm) gold-finished body is clearly stamped with the 'Kastmaster' and 'Acme Tackle Co' marks, a signature of the high-quality production once based in Providence, R.I. As an unused specimen, it carries a condition rating of 6, showing no signs of water exposure or hardware wear. Acme utilized a specific alloy for these spoons to ensure the balance was correct for both vertical jigging and casting in stiff currents. On the reverse, the packaging details other iconic models like the K.O. Wobbler and Fiord Spoon, providing a snapshot of the brand's mid-century dominance in the metal lure market. The presence of the original store price tag and the SW-1381 card number adds another layer of history for a collector.