Museum Archive: Kmart Kresge #5154N, 1/8oz Nickel fishing spoon #12909

Nickel plating covers the teardrop profile of this vintage spoon, providing a bright surface that remains well-preserved within its original packaging. Tipping the scales at 1/8 oz (4 g) with a length of 1 1/2" (4 cm), the Kmart Kresge #5154N represents a classic era of Japanese manufacturing for the S.S. Kresge Company out of Troy, Michigan. The specimen is unused, maintaining its original finish and sharp treble hook. Identified by product code 12909, the lure is fitted with a sturdy split ring for casting or jigging applications. The backing card bears the nostalgic Kmart logo and explicitly lists the origin as Japan, a hallmark of mid-century retail tackle. While the retail print on the card suggests a 1 3/4" frame, the 1 1/2" (4 cm) metal body is characteristic of these light-weight lures.