Museum Archive: Mann's Bait Mann's Dancer, 3/4oz Hammered Gold fishing spoon #5458

Hammered Gold finish gives this 3/4oz (21g) Mann's Dancer a distinct textured surface designed to catch and reflect light during retrieval. Measuring 4" (10cm) in length, the lure remains in its original retail packaging and is rated a condition 6, indicating an unused specimen preserved since its production in the USA. The Dancer designation stems from the shivering vibrations it produces, a technical trait meant to mimic distressed prey. High-visibility chartreuse feathers form the tail, tied off with a red wrap that adds a sharp focal point for following fish. Small yellow and black eyes are set onto the front of the spoon, giving the metallic body a lifelike presence. This particular piece, identified by product code 5458, is a classic example of Mann's feathered spoon designs. On the reverse of the blister pack, the original size chart remains clearly legible alongside the vintage branding.