Museum Archive: Vintage Marathon (with sonic blades), 3/5oz Nickel fishing spoon #7189

Stamped clearly on the back with the manufacturer's mark and "MADE IN USA," this specimen showcases the craftsmanship of a brand that operated in Wisconsin for fifty years. The polished Nickel finish on this 3" (7.5cm) spoon is in excellent shape, maintaining a clean and bright appearance that warrants a 5/5 condition rating. A distinguishing feature of the product code 7189 is the pair of small, elongated "sonic blades" attached near the tail. These auxiliary blades are positioned to flank the treble hook, offering additional light reflection and visual interest to the metallic profile. Weighing in at 3/5oz (17g), the lure is constructed with a solid metal body and features a single line-tie hole at the tapered nose. The hardware is completed by a sharp treble hook secured with a split ring, illustrating the functional simplicity of the Marathon Bait Company design.