Museum Archive: Vintage Nebco Pixee , 1/2oz Brass / Red fishing spoon #0525

Weighing in at 1/2 oz (14 g), this brass-bodied spoon demonstrates the classic design elements that made National Expert Bait Company—better known as Nebco—a staple for northern anglers. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) in length, the specimen features a distinctive hammered finish on the face, surrounding a textured pink insert meant to simulate a cluster of salmon eggs. Flip the lure over, and you'll find the 'Nebco PIXEE PAT. PEND.' stamp clearly visible on the smooth backside, alongside the identifying product code 0525. The hardware includes a sturdy treble hook attached via a robust split ring, showing the build quality intended for heavy-duty casting in river currents or coastal winds. With a condition rating of 5/5, the brass surfaces remain bright and the iconic pink insert is securely seated without degradation. Designed specifically to reach the deeper pockets where trophy salmon and steelhead hold, the heavy-gauge brass construction provides the density needed for distance casting. While many modern versions exist under the Blue Fox label, these early Nebco-stamped pieces are the true originals from the 1960s. The pink insert provides a sharp visual contrast against the gold-toned brass, a color combination long favored for low-light or stained water conditions.