Museum Archive: Vintage Matzuo America Spit & Sputter popper, 1/4oz fishing lure #19416

Weighing in at 1/4oz (7g), this surface popper reflects the classic design principles of the Matzuo America Spit & Sputter series. The 2 3/4" (7cm) body is finished in a striking gradient, featuring a dark green back that transitions into a yellow flank marked with bold black bars and stylized gill slits. A bright red throat area sits directly beneath the deep cupped mouth, which is specifically shaped for surface displacement. On the underside, the "Matzuo America" branding is stamped in red against a pale belly. This specimen, product code 19416, features a belly treble and a rear treble hook dressed with white feathers and a red thread wrap. It maintains an excellent appearance with a condition rating of 5/5, showing clean hardware and well-preserved paint. Designed for targeting pike and perch, this floating lure is a characteristic example of Matzuo's topwater tackle engineering.