Museum Archive: Vintage Luhr Jensen Needlefish 1, 1/16oz white/pink fishing spoon #21838

Stamped clearly on the silver-finished reverse side are the Luhr Jensen brand name and the 'Needlefish' model designation. Measuring 1 1/2 inches (3.5 cm) in length, this specimen, bearing product code 21838, features a vibrant red painted front. The thin metal body is designed to be exceptionally light, weighing just 1/16 oz (2 g), which makes it a dedicated trolling tool rather than a casting lure. Anglers typically deploy these when targeting trout in cool spring waters, often trolling them roughly 100 feet (30.5 m) behind the boat. This particular lure remains in excellent condition, rated 5/5, with the paint and metal showing very little wear. A single hook is securely attached to the rear with a robust split ring, while a pre-drilled hole at the nose is ready for a leader. The tapered shape is a hallmark of Luhr Jensen design, a brand that has been a staple in the Pacific Northwest since the 1930s.