Museum Archive: Vintage Pflueger Limper #1, 1/4oz Gold fishing spoon #11629

Stamped clearly into the 1/4oz (7g) gold-colored body is the 'PFLUEGER LIMPER 1' mark, a hallmark of American tackle manufacturing. Measuring 1 1/2" (4cm) in length, this specific specimen displays the classic teardrop shape characteristic of the Limper series. The gold finish shows an authentic aged character with subtle surface pitting and minor loss of luster, earning it a solid 4/5 condition rating. It features a robust treble hook attached via a split ring, showing some oxidation consistent with its vintage status. This Pflueger Limper #1, identified by product code 11629, was crafted in the USA and represents a period when simple, effective spoon designs were the backbone of any serious angler's kit. The stamped lettering remains legible, detailing the 'MADE IN U.S.A.' origin on the convex side. The split rings at both ends suggest its intended use for casting or trolling in various freshwater environments.