Museum Archive: Vintage Luhr Jensen Flutter 44 UV, 3/16oz fishing spoon #19372

Bright UV-reactive chartreuse paint with distinct orange spots covers the face of this classic trolling tool. Engineered for versatility behind a boat, the thin-gauge metal body carries a weight of 3/16 oz (4.5 g) and a length of 3 1/4 inches (8 cm). The reverse side reveals the 'FLUTTER SPOON' hallmark and the 'LUHR JENSEN HOOD RIVER OREGON' stamping, indicating its Pacific Northwest heritage. Identified by Product Code 19372, this specimen is equipped with a single rear hook attached via a split ring, a preferred setup for reducing leverage when fighting heavy fish. The finish is remarkably well-preserved on the top side, while the back shows minor, clean wear on the stamping and a dimpled texture, warranting a condition rating of 4.5/5. Anglers traditionally run these spoons behind downriggers or planers to target suspended trout and salmon in deep water.