Museum Archive: Vintage Seneca Little Cleo (Hula Girl), 3/4oz fishing spoon #15081

Weighing exactly 3/4 oz (21 g), this solid metal spoon displays the distinctive profile that made the Seneca Lure company a household name among anglers. The convex side features a high-visibility orange and white gradient finish, designed for maximum visibility during the retrieve. Measuring 2 1/2" (6.5 cm) in length, the polished silver back side carries the legendary "Hula Girl" dancer stamp, a signature detail from the era before Acme acquired the brand in the 1980s. This specimen, assigned product code 15081, also bears the "WIGL LURE" and "LITTLE CLEO" stamps, which are sharp and clear against the reflective surface. The hardware consists of a robust treble hook attached via a sturdy split ring, showing the quality of original USA manufacturing. Maintained in 5/5 condition, the paint remains vibrant and the metal surfaces are bright. Many collectors and veteran fishermen believe these early versions with the dancer icon possess a specific weight distribution and charm that newer iterations lack.