Museum Archive: Vintage Hofschneider Red Eye junior, 1/4oz Nickel fishing spoon #3301

Nickel plating shines brightly across the 1 3/4" (4.5cm) body of this Hofschneider classic. Identified by product code 3301, the Red Eye junior features two faceted red glass beads that catch and throw light as a target for following predators. Weighing in at 1/4oz (6.5g), the spoon is engineered for slow retrieves, a tactic often necessary when targeting pike or perch during the lethargic heat of summer. The backside of the nickel blade is cleanly stamped with the Hofschneider Corp branding and its Rochester, NY, origin. The hardware consists of a robust treble hook and a swivel-integrated line tie to help manage line twist. In a condition rated 5/5, the metal surface remains smooth and the red "eyes" are securely mounted within their recessed settings.