Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Spoon 3, 1/2oz fishing spoon #8690

A weight of 1/2 oz (13 g) gives this Mepps Spoon 3 the heft needed for long, precise casts. Measuring 2 3/4" (7 cm) in length, the lure features a striking dual-tone aesthetic with a high-polish gold body surrounding a textured, bright green insert. This green panel utilizes a honeycomb pattern to catch light, but its true secret is revealed in low-light conditions; as seen in the dark-room imagery, the insert is fully phosphorescent, providing a distinct glow for evening sessions or stained water. "MEPPS 3 SPOON" is crisply printed in black across the face, identifying this USA-made classic. The hardware includes a matching gold treble hook, further accented by a section of durable red tubing that acts as a visual strike point for following fish. Assigned product code 8690, this specimen is in exceptional condition, rated 5/5.