Museum Archive: Vintage Luhr Jensen Needlefish, 2/5oz White / Red / Yellow / Green fishing spoon #5977

Tri-color holographic diagonal stripes—yellow, red, and green—overlay a clean white base on the front face of this specimen. Weighing 2/5 oz (11.5 g), this Luhr Jensen Needlefish, product code 5977, is a specialized trolling spoon with a total length of 3 1/4" (8.5 cm). The slim, elongated metal profile is built for freshwater trolling, designed to produce a fluttering wobble when pulled through the water at lower speeds. On the reverse side, a single blue-green holographic rectangle is centered against the white finish, providing a distinct flash variation for trailing fish. Both the single hook and the top-mounted swivel remain in excellent shape, typical of the reliable hardware found on USA-made Luhr Jensen gear. The surfaces are exceptionally well-preserved, earning a condition rating of 5/5. This light build is best suited for trolling at approximately 1.5 mph, where the thin metal can move freely without the resistance of heavy line.