Museum Archive: Vintage Len Thompson #8 UV, 1/4oz Fire Tiger fishing spoon #12339

A striking Fire Tiger pattern covers the 1 1/2" (4 cm) body of this Canadian-made spoon, featuring bold black vertical bars against a high-visibility chartreuse background. Tipping the scales at 1/4oz (7g), this Len Thompson #8 UV model, bearing product code 12339, includes a distinct orange-rimmed eye and a vibrant orange accent along the belly. The accompanying imagery highlights its impressive glow-in-the-dark capabilities, which significantly increases visibility in low-light conditions. While the painted surface shows some minor paint loss near the front edge, the overall presentation is clean, warranting a 4/5 condition rating. The hardware consists of a robust treble hook and split ring assembly, typical of the quality Len Thompson has maintained since starting production in 1929. This #8 size is specifically engineered to maintain balance during a slow wobble, imitating small baitfish for predatory species.