Vintage Seneca Little Cleo (Hula Girl), 2/3oz nickel/gold fishing spoon #22426

Nickel and gold finishes merge across the surface of this 2 1/4" (5.5cm) spoon, creating a distinct two-tone visual typical of older American tackle. Identified by product code 22426, this Seneca-made Little Cleo is a significant specimen from the period before the Acme acquisition in the early 1980s. The reverse side prominently displays the stamped "Hula Girl" dancer silhouette and "WIGL LURE" branding, a decorative element that many collectors believe contributed to the lure's legendary status before it was removed from later production runs. At 2/3oz (18g), the heavy-gauge metal body is rigged with its original hardware, including a robust treble hook and a steel split ring. The exterior displays a gentle maturity consistent with a 3/5 rating, showing wear patterns where the nickel plating has thinned to reveal the warmer hues beneath. This specific specimen serves as a tangible link to the Seneca Lure company's design philosophy for casting and trolling applications.