Museum Archive: Vintage Jamison Shannon Twin Spinner, 3/5oz nickel spinning lure #20642

Nickel-plated blades stamped with the "Shannon" mark define the visual identity of this classic Jamison creation. The bait features two teardrop-shaped blades mounted on a wire frame that leads back to a lead head weighted at 3/5 oz (17 g). Developed in the 1920s and sold through the 1940s, the Shannon Twin Spinner (Product Code: 20642) reflects the early American shift toward weedless designs. A thick black bucktail dressing is tied securely behind the head with red thread, providing a natural contrast against the bright metal components. Measuring 3 1/2" (9 cm) in total length, the lure shows the distinct manufacturing style of the W. J. Jamison Company out of Chicago. The hardware and wire remain straight and the hair is remarkably well-preserved, earning this specimen a 4/5 condition rating.