Museum Archive: Panther Martin Lampo Pesante da Lancio, 2/5oz Nickel / Blue fishing spoon #12251

Nickel-plated backing paired with a vibrant blue-to-silver gradient face defines this classic Italian-made casting spoon. This Panther Martin Lampo Pesante da Lancio weighs in at 2/5 oz (11 g) and measures 2 1/4" (6 cm), providing the heft needed for distance casting and reaching deeper holding areas. Identified by product code 12251, the spoon’s construction reflects the quality of its European manufacturing origins. While this specimen is unused, minor surface marks from long-term storage are visible on the painted side, as is common for vintage tackle of this era. The lure is equipped with original hardware, featuring a dark-finished barrel swivel at the line tie and a bronzed treble hook at the tail. This specific color scheme, combining the flash of nickel with the subtle transition to blue, makes it a notable find for collectors of vintage Panther Martin spoons.