Museum Archive: Vintage Paul Bunyan Flash eye spoon, 3/5oz nickel/red eyes fishing spoon #20928

Weighing in at 3/5oz (17g), the polished nickel finish of this spoon provides a bright, reflective surface that highlights its most famous feature: the two prominent red jeweled eyes. These 'Flash Eye' lures are iconic pieces from the Paul Bunyan Bait Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota, representing a classic era of American tackle manufacturing. The 2 3/4" (7 cm) body is stamped on the reverse with the brand’s hallmark and location, ensuring its authenticity as a genuine USA-made rarity. Included under product code 20928, this specimen is in 5/5 condition, appearing remarkably well-maintained with its hardware and finish intact. While many collectors keep these in a display case, their simple yet effective teardrop design continues to be utilized by those who appreciate the functional effectiveness of vintage metal spoons. A robust treble hook is securely mounted to the rear via a split ring, paired with a line-tie hole at the leading edge.