Museum Archive: Vintage Marathon Marathon, 3/5oz nickel/green/black fishing spoon #22181

Weighing in at 3/5 oz (17 g), this Wisconsin-made metal spoon features a distinctive "winged" design using two small nickel blades attached near the tail. The 3 3/4" (9.5 cm) body is finished in a bright green hue, decorated with black circular spots and white splatter patterns. These side petals, which are stamped with the manufacturer's name, were a hallmark of the Marathon Bait Company during its fifty-year production run in Wisconsin from 1929 to 1979. The underside of the lure presents a clean nickel surface, and the hardware consists of a large, silver-toned treble hook. This specific item, identified by product code 22181, is in 4/5 condition, showing well-maintained paint and bright metal surfaces that reflect its US origin. The split rings securely hold the rotating blades, which are designed to create extra flash alongside the main spoon body during casting or trolling.