Museum Archive: Vintage American Sportsman Pro Spoon, 3/8oz Red / Black / Nickel fishing spoon #4493

Measuring 2 1/2" (6.5 cm) in length, this classic casting spoon features a vibrant orange-red enamel finish on its convex face. The paint pattern includes a prominent central black dot surrounded by secondary red and black spots, a design often favored for its visibility in stained water. Flipping the 3/8 oz (10.5 g) American Sportsman Pro Spoon over reveals a nickel-plated concave side with a distinct iridescent sheen, where the manufacturer's name and the model are stamped into the metal. This specimen, identified by product code 4493, remains in excellent shape with a 5/5 condition rating, showing clean surfaces on both the painted and metallic sides. The original treble hook is attached via a sturdy split ring at the base. Produced in the USA, the lure includes a precision-drilled line tie hole at its tapered head.