Museum Archive: Vintage Nebco Flashbait 66, 3/4oz fishing spoon #20664

Stamped clearly on the inner concave surface, the markings identify this specimen as a Nebco Flash Bait 66 produced in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This 3 1/2" (9 cm) silver-finished spoon is designed for substantial casting or trolling, weighing 3/4 oz (21 g). A distinctive feature of product code 20664 is the attachment of the large single hook via a sturdy bead chain swivel, a design choice that facilitates independent rotation of the hardware. The condition is rated at a 4/5, as the metal retains a bright, reflective finish with only light surface marks that speak to its age without compromising the look of the piece. This US-made lure represents a classic era of Midwestern tackle production where heavy-duty construction was the standard for targeting large freshwater game fish.