Museum Archive: Vintage Marathon Marathon, 3/16oz Nickel fishing spoon #3716

Stamped clearly on the concave interior, the Marathon name identifies this classic spoon as a piece of Wisconsin angling history from the Marathon Bait Company. Weighing in at 3/16 oz (5.5 g), this nickel-finished lure measures 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) in length, making it a versatile choice for light-tackle casting or trolling. This specimen, identified by product code 3716, showcases the simple but effective teardrop design that the company produced between 1929 and 1979 in the USA. The reflective nickel surface remains bright, and the hardware features a robust treble hook secured by a durable split ring at the base. Rated at a 5/5 condition, the metal shows a clean finish throughout, maintaining the original luster of its mid-century manufacturing heritage. A small, clean attachment hole at the narrow end provides a secure point for a snap or direct line tie.