Museum Archive: Rebel Arrowhead, 3/5oz Gold (Gold Plated) fishing spoon #16187

Genuine gold plating covers the 3 1/2" (9 cm) body of this Rebel Arrowhead T/S, providing a deep metallic luster intended for targeting Great Lakes trout and salmon. Weighed at 3/5 oz (17 g) and identified by product code 16187, the lure remains in its original 1990s-era packaging, which still includes three free adhesive tapes for color customization. Bill Saiff, former host of PBS TV’s "Rod & Reel", provided the endorsement featured on the card, noting the spoon's utility for boat-based trolling. This specimen is in unused condition, preserved as a PRADCO-era piece manufactured in Fort Smith, Arkansas, USA. Technical instructions on the reverse suggest trolling speeds between 1.2 to 3.5 mph to reach suspended fish. The stamped metal surface and original hardware show no signs of age or wear.