Museum Archive: Vintage Marathon (with sonic blades), 2/5oz Nickel / Gold fishing spoon #8615

A vibrant gold holographic prism sticker is centered on the nickel-plated body, creating a high-contrast visual profile. Produced by the Marathon Bait Company, which operated in Wisconsin from 1929 to 1979, this model represents a specialized design within their casting spoon lineup. This 2 1/4" (6 cm) specimen features a pair of small, free-swinging sonic blades mounted on the rear split ring. These miniature metal leaves are positioned to provide additional flash near the tail section, effectively masking the treble hook. Weighing in at 2/5 oz (12 g), the lure is identified by product code 8615 and remains in top form with a condition rating of 5/5. The heavy-duty hardware and stamped metal construction are hallmarks of the durable tackle produced during Marathon's fifty-year history in the American Midwest.